- Analyzes and proposes methods of sustained productivity increases
- Maintain a clean, orderly and organized work environment
- Ensures safe working conditions including properly training employees on proper safety methods
- Responsible for the proper collection, dispersal and retention of drivers logs, fuel tax reports, accident files and registers
- Effectively counsel and manage employees on attendance, performance and/or misconduct
- Responsible for managing the maintenance and repairs of all transportation-related equipment
- Takes responsibility for maximizing the cube fill rate on the delivery vehicles along with minimizing delivery costs and increasing driver productivity
- Directs employee on proper shipping and loading procedures
- Audits various paperwork and postings ( driver logs, manifests, OSHA postings, etc.) for completeness, accuracy and compliance with appropriate local, provincial and federal laws, statutes and company policies
- Communicates and cooperates with other departments such as Sales, Purchasing and Human Resources
- High School diploma or equivalent, Bachelor's degree preferred
- Five or more years of experience managing the transportation functions of a warehouse in a distribution environment
- Knowledge of local, state and federal OSHA safety and DOT transportation regulations preferred
- Experience with Omnitracs Roadnet Transportation Suite or similar fleet management systems preferred
- Experience in hazmat certifications preferred
- Must be organized, dependable and a strong leader
- Experience as a commercial driver preferred
- Must be familiar with MS Office software and knowledge of AS is preferred
Transportation Manager - Winston-Salem, United States - Bunzl
Description
The Transportation Manager is responsible for leading and controlling activities of branch CDL Class A Drivers assigned to the Transportation Department. This position will insure full compliance with all DOT rules and regulations, as well as manage a variety of delivery activities in an accurate, efficient and cost-effective manner. The successful candidate will manage his/her own staff, as well as interface with other departments and customers.
Your career path has many avenues available for you to succeed. Are you looking to advance at a rate that matches your ambition and skill set? At Bunzl, we understand and want to invest in you. With our multi-career options, you will not only be able to find the adventure you are looking for today, but can be confident that new opportunities will be there for advancement in your future.
At Bunzl, we know that our employees are our number one asset. We seek to recruit and retain the right people who are passionate about our business and we provide opportunities for our employees so that they may progress within our company based on their talents, experiences, and their aptitude.
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