Transportation Specialist - Night Shift
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc.
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Job summary
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc. seeks a Transportation Specialist to oversee day-to-day activities of assigned Class A CDL drivers and company equipment, ensuring transportation is safe, efficient, and compliant with company policies and regulatory requirements.
The role coordinates pickups/deliveries, monitors performance, manages attendance/equipment, maintains TMS records, and works with drivers, customers, and leadership to address capacity needs and service issues.
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in management, business, logistics, transportation, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of three years of related supervisory experience is required.
- Transportation or logistics industry experience is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive is expected.
- Experience with transportation management systems such as TMW or McLeod is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily activities of assigned Class A CDL drivers, including attendance, equipment assignments, route status, and coordination of timely pickups and deliveries.
- Monitor and enforce DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service, OSHA standards, and safety procedures.
- Monitor driver performance, including ELD compliance, on-time delivery, and route adherence.
- Collaborate with drivers and the engineering department to address capacity needs and improve service.
- Maintain transportation records and submit reports within deadlines.
- Use TMS platforms and reporting tools to support decision-making.
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Job description
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Specialist to oversee the day-to-day activities of assigned Class A CDL drivers and company equipment. This position is responsible for ensuring transportation activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
The Transportation Specialist coordinates timely pickups and deliveries, monitors driver and asset performance, manages attendance and equipment assignments, maintains accurate transportation management system records, and communicates effectively with drivers, customers, and internal leadership. The role also works closely with the engineering team to address capacity needs, resolve service issues, and support operational efficiency.
Oversee the daily activities of assigned Class A CDL drivers, including attendance, equipment assignments, route status, uniform compliance, and the coordination of timely pickups and deliveries.
Monitor and enforce compliance with DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Hours of Service requirements, OSHA standards, C-TPAT best practices, company policies, and established safety procedures.
Monitor driver performance, including ELD compliance, shipment-detail compliance, speeding, route adherence, on-time pickup and delivery, and Hours of Service compliance.
- Loaded-mile percentage
- On-time service
- Asset utilization
- Scanning accuracy
- Deadhead and bobtail avoidance
- Dwell-time reduction
- Transportation management system accuracy
Work closely with drivers and the engineering department to execute network driver-capacity plans, address short- and long-term capacity imbalances, and support customer service commitments.
Support driver attendance tracking and carry out coaching, corrective action, or disciplinary processes in alignment with management direction and company policy.
Provide timely and professional communication regarding customer inquiries, service issues, and operational resolutions to customers, shippers, suppliers, drivers, and company leadership.
Ensure departmental forms, reports, and supporting documentation are completed accurately and submitted within established deadlines.
Use transportation and operational systems such as TMW or related TMS platforms, Samsara, PeopleNet, SpeedGauge, PC*Miler, Inventory in Motion, Time Clock Management, TracKing, SkyBitz, and SSRS reporting tools.
Manage operations with a focus on cost efficiency, waste reduction, reduced idle time, asset utilization, fuel conservation, and minimizing carbon emissions while maintaining safety, quality, and customer-service standards.
May supervise assigned drivers by prioritizing work, assigning responsibilities, providing coaching, evaluating performance, addressing employee concerns, supporting engagement, and assisting with interviewing, hiring, safety, and training activities.
Maintain detailed knowledge of applicable operational processes and support company standards associated with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certification programs.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in management, business, logistics, transportation, or a related field required .
- Minimum of three years of related supervisory experience required.
- Transportation or logistics industry experience preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
- Experience with transportation management systems such as TMW or McLeod preferred.
- Ability to accurately maintain transportation records, analyze operational information, and use reporting tools to support decision-making.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations preferred.
- Knowledge of C-TPAT requirements and transportation safety practices preferred.
- Ability to comply with company, DOT, OSHA, environmental, and safety requirements.
- Ability to coach and mentor drivers while maintaining accountability and enforcing company policies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operating environment.
- Strong judgment, integrity, work ethic, organizational ability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to identify underlying issues, resolve operational problems, and respond effectively to changing conditions.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, customers, coworkers, leadership, and the public.
- Ability to prepare detailed reports, correspondence, and operational documentation.
- Valid Class D driver's license required.
- Must be eligible for coverage under applicable company motor-vehicle insurance policies.
- Overtime, weekend, and holiday work may be required based on operational needs.
- Must be able to lift, push, or manage equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Competitive pay and 401(k) matching
- Section 125 Pre-Tax Benefit Plan
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option
- 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc & Telehealth Services
- Wellness programs for chronic conditions, including diabetes and cancer support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial resources
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays and training
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Employee engagement programs
- Referral program with incentives up to $2,500 (Eligibility excludes Temporary Employees, Managers, Assistant Managers, Talent Acquisition, Safety and Driver Supervisors, and Human Resources.)
At Benore, we provide a stable, rewarding career with benefits designed to support your success.
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc., founded in 1994 in Erie, Michigan, delivers top-tier supply chain, transportation, warehousing, and on-site solutions nationwide. Led by CEO Jeffery Benore and Vice President Joan Benore, we uphold our core principle, A Partnership in Performance, driving innovation and excellence.
We challenge the status quo to be a stronger business partner, employer of choice, and leader in sustainability. - Jeffery M. Benore, CEO & President
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