Transportation Manager

Manage databases and records detailing transport activities, finances, schedules, and personnel, including driver information, driver logs, and customer or sales complaint documentation. Review daily driver paperwork, including Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), invoices, and fuel and hotel receipts; issue, review, and retain pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports and driver daily logbooks in compliance with audit requirements. Build strong relationships with the professional driver team; serve as primary trainer for drivers, leading new hire orientation, refresher training, and remedial training as needed. Coordinate and lead periodic driver meetings, assigning and reviewing routes while incorporating driver input on delivery appointments and other external requirements. Plan and schedule delivery routes to consolidate capacity and maximize service efficiency, factoring in geography, cost, and customer requirements. Serve as liaison between sales, drivers, and customers, resolving delivery problems and coordinating special deliveries; address discrepancy reports from accounting with the appropriate driver. Visit customer locations as needed and maintain daily communication with the warehouse manager and driver team on schedules, routing, and delivery priorities, including high phone availability to support the team. Provide vehicle inspection findings to the warehouse manager, flagging mechanical or safety issues that restrict equipment usage until resolved. Maintain regular communication with fleet service providers and yard jockeys, holding them accountable to service-level expectations. Manage fleet rentals and monitor fuel usage and reporting. Own fleet care and maintenance, including delivery material handling equipment (MHE); monitor damages and repairs, coordinate preventive maintenance and annual inspections, and develop and execute performance improvement plans. Monitor DOT compliance, including hours-of-service (HOS) violations and unassigned driving time; edit logs as needed and coach drivers to maintain compliance. Monitor fleet telematics systems (vehicle gateways, asset gateways, temperature sensors) to ensure hardware and configuration remain current, coordinating adjustments with the EHS Specialist. Review time punches in the HCM system against telematics timestamps for accuracy, and partner with the EHS Specialist on driver qualification (DQ) file management. Participate in distribution center safety committees and support the development and execution of departmental performance objectives. Qualifications and Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 5+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or an equivalent operational role. 5+ years of experience in an operational transportation or similar industry setting. Working knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations. Strong understanding of safety and legal procedures related to the handling and transport of goods. Exceptional leadership and team-directing capabilities, with the ability to build effective relationships across drivers, warehouse teams, and cross-functional partners. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to develop and execute performance objectives and improvement plans in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Availability to support a flexible schedule, including regular phone availability, as operational needs require. Preferred Technical Skills CDL Class A license. Experience managing CDL drivers and commercial vehicles (Fleet size is important). Experience in refrigerated food distribution. Experience with DOT/FMCSA compliance, ELDs, hours of service, and driver qualification files. Experience with accident investigations, driver safety, and post-accident procedures. Experience managing budgets, labor expenses, and operational KPIs. Experience with employee coaching, corrective action, and performance management. Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Disability plans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential Jobs