Transportation Manager

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

WHAT 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 preferred.

CDL Strongly Preferred

Experience :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (B / basic; J / journey; E / expert) :

Skill and ability to :

WHAT YOU’LL GET