Transportation Manager

Brown Foodservice, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Brown Foodservice, Inc. in Louisa, Kentucky is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily driver operations, ensure safety, and deliver exceptional service to customers.

You will work closely with the Transportation Department and the VP of Operations to optimize routes and on-time deliveries. Requirements include a current Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one, experience supervising drivers, and knowledge of DOT regulations; proficiency with GPS, routing software, MS Excel and related

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required; a BA/BS in business or logistics is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years supervising drivers is preferred.
• Regulatory knowledge of DOT/DMV guidelines is expected.
• GPS and routing optimization experience with handheld devices helpful.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Outlook expected.
• Must pass pre-employment screens including background and drug tests.
• Current Class A CDL license or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily work direction to drivers to ensure safe, efficient operations and meet customer requirements.
• Monitor daily activity and adjust load assignments and delivery instructions; communicate with team and customers.
• Create employee schedules to meet established goals.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and staying informed on regulatory issues.
• Coach and train employees to achieve performance expectations; conduct driver audits.
• Be available for emergencies, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, or holidays.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in business / logistics (preferred)

Tools

GPS systems

Routing optimization

Samsara

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Transportation Manager

Summary

In the Transportation Manager position, you will be responsible for superior service to customers, as well as identifying and implementing effective and timely solutions to transportation and delivery opportunities. Develop and promote safety, customer service, and operational excellence. You will work closely with the Transportation Department and the Vice President of Operations based out our Louisa, Kentucky location. You will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily work direction to delivery drivers to ensure safe and efficient operations and to meet customer requirements; maintain daily activity assignments of tractors, trailers, trucks, and drivers.
• Monitor daily activity to make necessary adjustments in load assignments, special delivery, or pick-up instructions while effectively communicating with members, customers, drivers, and dispatch.
• Create employee schedules and take appropriate actions to meet established goals.
• Ensure compliance with any DOT regulations; keep informed of regulatory and logistical issues.
• Ensure employees achieve performance expectations through training/coaching; routine driver audits or observation of safety; operational efficiency; compliance requirements (DOT); annual reviews.
• Be available to respond to emergencies or other unexpected operational requirements (i.e. nights, weekends, or holidays). Participate in on-call rotation if possible.

Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or equivalent (GED) required. Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, supply chain/logistics or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years supervising drivers is preferred.
• Regulatory knowledge in applicable federal, state, and local guidelines (DOT, DMV).
• Computer systems experience in GPS systems, routing optimization and handheld computers (Scanning and other receiving platforms) and cameras (Samsara experience preferred).
• Computer proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, criminal, driving record).
• Possess a current Class A CDL license or be willing to obtain one.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to stand for extended periods.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and quality standards.
• Ability to use a computer, smartphone, business software, and new applications/proprietary software.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
• Self-motivated; customer focused.
• Maintain a current and valid driver’s license.

Brown Foodservice, Inc. Benefits

• Brown offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD and 401(k).
• Candidated must pass a background check, drug screen and other job requirements.