Branch Manager - Rochester, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest. Job SummaryThe Branch Manager will execute, direct, and coordinate shipments into and out of the branch. Hours and WagesExempt salary positionStarting wage: $70,000-$80,000 per year, based on relevant years of experience, education, certifications, and comparison to other employees already in this roleDuties and ResponsibilitiesOversee and ensure all day-to-day branch operations are completedPlan and organize daily activities related to production and operationsMeasure productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reportsEnsure customer complaints are investigated and resolvedIdentify, recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer serviceEnforce safety, DOT, and company policiesAnalyze route performance to ensure it is being performed properly and freight is distributed appropriatelyConduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructiveLead weekly meetings and communicate goals and assignmentsHandle and participate in investigating employee concernsIdentify and escalate all operational concerns to appropriate managementDetermine labor needs to meet production goalsHire, train, discipline, and onboard new staffPeriodic travel may be requiredPerform other required duties as assignedSkills and AbilitiesExcellent management skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to influence, develop and maintain good working relationships across a variety of functional areas and customersStrong organizational and project management skills, including meeting deadlines and achieving resultsThorough understanding of applicable federal, state, local and company safety policiesDemonstrate sound judgment and decision making considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions; critical thinking logic and reasoning to identify solutionsProficient with computer-based management systems and Microsoft Office Suite or similar softwareEducation and ExperienceAt least 21 years of ageHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate's degree in Business Management or Operations Management or related field preferred3+ years of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferredMust hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license OR successfully complete Company paid CDL training programPhysical RequirementsAbility to pass a DOT physical exam Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionallyAbility to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animalsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerBenefitsHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.EEO and Affirmative Action StatementSpee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.#SPEEDEEINDEEDMust be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.