District Manager

Distribution Entry Level Supervisor

Gannett Publishing Services / USA TODAY CO.

Akron, OH

We are offering a base salary of $43,000 based on experience. We are also offering a $1,000 sign on bonus based on experience and work-related background. We also offer mileage reimbursement assistance for your vehicle on a bi-weekly basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicate policies and procedures to independent agent carrier force to ensure excellent customer service.
• Supervise an independent carriers for home delivery.
• Perform all necessary administrative functions to run a district.
• Manage carrier force from appropriate distribution center.
• Manage and when necessary, distribute all products within the distribution centers.
• Supervise resolution of customer complaints personally or through the carriers.
• Manage the draw for all independent agent/single copy sales in his/her geographic area to maximize sales.
• Manage all billing statements for independent agents, including collection; documentation and submitting appropriate credit/debits.
• Track appropriate service and circulation numbers.
• When necessary, responsible for delivery to subscribers.

Requirements:

• Must be available to work nights, weekends, & holidays, evening shifts are from 1am - 9am.
• Valid driver's license, satisfactory motor vehicle record, dependable automobile, and liability insurance required. Strong organizational and communication skills required for a fast-paced environment.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft office. Good time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to push and pull carts loaded with newspapers weighing up to 500 pounds with assistance and repetitively bundles weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

• We Offer: Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options. HAS/FSA options.
• Life & pet insurance.
• Wellness and fitness programs.
• 401k.
• Generous time off, including paid holidays.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant's disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals' application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.'s Recruitment Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.