Description
Transportation Manager
Miami, FL
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Transportation Manager will oversee all activities related to a facility’s transportation, ensuring that Division and Company objectives for efficiency, economy, quality, and productivity are met or exceeded.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Plans and directs the day-to-day transportation functions, including the work assignments of facility transportation supervisors and clerical staff, to ensure that department standards for efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness are met or exceeded. (25%)
- Establishes and communicates department goals, monitoring employee performance to ensure they are met or exceeded. (15%)
- Provides training, development, and performance evaluations of department staff; works with Human Resources to department hiring to ensure selection of qualified employees. (15%)
- Directs the completion of routing, manpower, and equipment schedules to ensure that organizational KPIs are met. (15%)
- Coordinates daily and monthly repairs and preventative maintenance for all tractors and trailers with Penske for safety, to minimize down time, and to comply with DOT and other Federal and State transportation and safety regulations for all GSF distribution centers. (15%)
- Develops, audits, and manages the budget and operations costs to ensure efficient operations. (10%)
- Obtains, analyzes, and recommends equipment specifications, quotes, and procurement for essential department equipment to ensure effective use of operating funds. (5%)
- Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
LEADERSHIP / MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Supervises, through subordinate management, 100 or more employees, including hourly staff. Manages projects with significant financial and customer-service impact.
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
Productivity / quality standards for efficiency and timelinessBudgetDriver performanceCustomer and vendor relationshipsCost containmentTeamwork within the department and across departmentsProject assignment standardsCustomer satisfactionExternal relationships with regulatory agenciesEmployee development to meet GSF’s projected near- and mid-term objectivesRecruitment and retention of workforce to meet GSF’s diversity objectivesSafety of employeesSafety of facility and transportation equipmentTeamwork within the department and across departmentsWHAT YOU'LL NEED
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education and experience equivalent to :
Education / Certification :
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience :
3 to 6 years of work experience in transportation or fleet management, including leadership responsibilities.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of (B / basic; J / journey; E / expert) :
DOT regulations, policies, and procedures (E)Project management concepts and techniques (E)Relevant safety policies, practices and procedures (E)Management / supervisory concepts and techniques (E)Labor contracts and labor union environment (J)Computer-based routing systems (J)On-board computer systems (J)Equipment specifications (J)Storage and shipment of food or allied products (J)Budgetary concepts and procedures (J)PC word-processing / spreadsheet software applications (J)Skill and ability to :
Serve as a team member, facilitator and / or leader as the team role warrantsLead a diverse workforce of approximately 100 or more employees in a 24 hour / 7 day per week operationResolve delivery issues between drivers and customers; other customer service issuesManage and motivate employees in a team-based environmentInterpret transportation operations anomalies and identify appropriate solutionsPrepare a variety of comprehensive administrative and technical documents and reportsPrepare and deliver presentations to management, customers, regulatory agencies and other representatives of external organizationsWork effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer serviceTravel via airplane and drive an automobileAct in accordance with GSF’s Values and CreedWHAT YOU’LL GET
People First : At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.Values Driven : Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.People Development : At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.Philanthropy & Sustainability : We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.Extensive Benefits : Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.