Transportation Manager - Richmond, VA

Phoenix Metals Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking an experienced Delivery Supervisor to oversee shipments from production to end-user. You will plan routes, track orders, and coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant deliveries.

The role requires 5+ years in delivery/transport, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and organizational skills. Occasional travel and weekend hours may be needed, with a competitive USD 60,000–80,000 salary range.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant delivery/transport experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• Knowledge of USDOT/FMCSA regulations and safety rules.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise shipments from production to end-user.
• Schedule daily and weekly routes.
• Track orders using dispatch/tracking software.
• Coordinate with Warehouse Workers for storage and distribution.
• Monitor transportation costs and report findings.
• Ensure shipping documents are filed properly.
• Report maintenance and repair needs for vehicles/equipment.
• Research cost-effective shipping methods and efficiencies.
• Conduct regular safety audits on equipment.
• Organize training sessions and reinforce safety messages.
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and orders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and shipping laws.
• Oversee staff to ensure work meets company standards.
• Monitor driver qualifications and training.
• Respond to and resolve complaints and problems.

Skills

5+ years experience

Communication skills

Driver's license

MS Office

Regulatory knowledge

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Delivery family (Department), which includes positions the duties of which are to administer, supervise, or perform work involving the planning, directing, or operating of transportation equipment and service, including positions involving responsibility for driving, loading, and coordinating delivery.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit (Stationary position), Walk (Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the JobSedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Job Function

• Plan and supervise the shipments from production to the end-user.
• Schedule daily and weekly routes.
• Track orders using functional systems (e.g. dispatch/tracking software).
• Coordinate with Warehouse Workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
• Monitor and report on transportation costs.
• Ensure shipping documents are properly filed.
• Report maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment.
• Research and suggest cost-effective shipping methods.
• Conduct regular safety audits on equipment.
• Organize training sessions for employees (e.g. Smith System, monthly safety training, weekly, tailgate messages).
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and shipping legislation.
• Oversee and manage staff to ensure work is completed and consistent with company standards.
• Monitor driver qualifications and training.
• Respond to and resolve complaints and problems.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED required.
• Valid Drivers license and a driving record that demonstrates a commitment to safe vehicle practices required.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• Knowledge of crash and employee injury exposures and controls required.
• Knowledge of USDOT/FMCSA regulations required.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and their interpretations required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including innovative and engaging ways to convey messages across the organization required.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including analysis, knowledge and experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers, building trust and open lines of communication across the organization required.
• Strong computer proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft applications required.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work weekends and off business hours, as needed required.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $60,000.00/Yr. - USD $80,000.00/Yr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.