Logistics Operation Manager - Bakersfield, United States - Holloway Logistics LLC

Description

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Logistics Operations Manager - Lost Hills, CA

WHO WE ARE
H.M. Holloway was established in 1932.

Since then, we have established ourselves throughout the San Joaquin Valley and Central Coast as a leader in the agriculture industry.

We are dedicated to helping our stakeholders grow with high-quality and cost-efficient products, services and solutions that preserve our environment and sustain our quality of life for generations to come.

WHAT WE OFFER
At Holloway, we offer more than a stable paycheck and competitive benefits. We offer a family-oriented culture focused on innovation, teamwork, safety and respect. We want to be the company where you build your career and retire from.


THE ROLE
The Logistics Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities and personnel of the Holloway Logistics department. He or she will manage staff who work together to ensure that goods are delivered on time and safely.

The manager will be responsible for developing new ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs in their organization's operations through implementing new technology, updating procedures, and/or changing how certain jobs are performed within the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist in the development of operating plans for transportation in support of organizational goals including facility, equipment and staff.
• Identify departmental financial resources necessary to support operating plan and provide cost justification for departmental spending.
• Participate with BU Head in the development of department operating budgets.
• Provide process improvement recommendations to BU Head and implement process improvement action plans within the department.
• Conduct routine departmental analysis on functions, processes, asset utilization (equipment, resources, and labor) and communicates results of departmental analysis to BU Head.
• Partner with Safety Manager to be fully compliant with all safety and Hazmat rules and regulations, legal regulations, and human resource policies; ensures safety and security of staff, facility, equipment, and inventory relevant to department. Report safety and security discrepancies.
• Manage performance of logistics staff and recognize, train, coach, counsel, and take corrective action when warranted.
• Review and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct and track operational training programs to ensure that employees are familiar with their jobs and safe operating procedures.
• Organize and maintain vehicle maintenance records, daily vehicle inspection reports, vehicle fuel and supply inventories, vehicle maintenance schedules, and vehicle maintenance logs.
• Oversee the Dispatch and Logistics sales
• Attend Department Head meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:


ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or associate degree in transportation or logistics, or a related field preferred.
• 35 years of experience as a Logistics Operations Manager or in a developing lead role.
• Desired experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS) and Load Board Systems.
• Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Express.
• Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws, FMCSA, DOT, CHP Compliance.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, and the ability to be highly flexible in a constant changing environment will be critical to this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may travel approximately 25% of their day. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be noisy at times.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.


Benefits:

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Car Allowance

Position Location:

Lost Hills Logistics Yard with travel to the Bakersfield Office