Transportation Manager - Houston, United States - 48forty Solutions

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Job Description Job Description 48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America. We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. 48forty Solutions is truly Pallet Management Made Simple. Our workforce is the heart and soul of our business.

SummaryThe Transportation Manager is responsible for providing tactical oversight and strategic guidance for improving and growing carrier relationships for 3rd party transportation and for supporting the success of the company's nationwide private fleet.

The transportation manager is responsible for supporting the implementing best practices in safety, compliance, maintenance, procurement, driver recruitment and retention, along with driving improvement in overall fleet utilization and cost effectiveness.

Responsibilities include understanding how to maximize common carrier relationships to supplement the private fleet within the confinements our various operations work with and working with carriers to implement contracts conducive to our business, annual or semiannual RFP's for working lanes, etc.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement and oversee programs that lead to best in class safety, compliance, cost, and customer service within the private fleet and outsourced transportation network.

Develop and institutionalize systems to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance (FMSCA, DOT, etc.)Generate key metrics and reports from IT Systems along with ELD and On-board camera systems that provide information on the overall fleet performanceSupport the accurate and timely reporting of monthly scorecard metricsReview invoices for accuracy to contractual terms and operational activityExecute loss control and risk management strategies to achieve business objectivesOwn the ongoing relationship with the company's strategic transportation providersDrive a culture of continuous improvement and engage in nationwide Best PracticesOpen and willing to travel up to 10%Experience and QualificationsBachelor's in engineering/Transportation Management/Supply Chain or related fieldKnowledge and experience negotiating carrier contractsKnowledge and experience performing nationwide carrier RFP's for a complex and ever changing lane networkCertified Transportation Professional (CTP) preferredSix Sigma/Lean certification preferredKnowledge and experience with Freightview platform a plusExperience with CASS freight pay a plus5+ years transportation experienceTransportation and Private Fleet Management Best PracticesKnowledgeable in transportation safety regulationsStrong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving capabilityExcel, Access, TMS, PowerPointStrong verbal and written communication skillsDisplays a sense of urgency and a positive outlookStrong customer focus orientation (internal)Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionallyExperience managing safety performance and programsUnderstanding of supply chain practices and metricsBenefitsCompetitive PayHoliday PayReferral BonusesLong-Term Career AdvancementGreat Team EnvironmentPaid Time OffFull-time employees eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment401(k) Retirement Plan after 90 daysWork EnvironmentWork from home if not in the Houston area is allowed.48forty Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

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