Transportation and Logistics Assistant Manager - Platte River Warehouse

Application Deadline: 08.28.2026

Pay: $58,180.00 annually. Open availability is required.

*Candidates are required to submit a resume with their application in order to be considered for this role.*

The Assistant Manager, Transportation & Logistics will work with the Manager of Transportation and Logistics (MTL) to oversee all aspects of donated goods transportation, processing, and storage for the organization, and implement logistics best practices to meet business objectives in an efficient manner. You will assist in coordinating vehicle maintenance, establishing & measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive performance for on-time delivery, to maintain efficient shipping costs for all forms of transit and warehouse/processing operations while maintaining productivity and quality.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Manager, Transportation and Logistics will work with Manager of Transportation and Logistics (MTL) to oversee all aspects of donated goods transportation, processing, and storage for the organization, and implement logistics best practices to meet business objectives in an efficient and effective manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with establishing and measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive performance for on-time, in-full delivery performance, to maintain efficient shipping costs for all forms of transit, warehouse/processing operations while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Assist with managing donated product logistics, transportation processes, and coordinating vehicle maintenance. Work with the MTL to implement improved processes and management methods to generate higher Return on Investment (ROI) and workflow optimization.
• Assist the MTL with review procedures, formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and process improvements.

Understand, Review, and Work with the MTL to Improve all Aspects of Operations:

• Must understand the supply and demand cycle of donated goods.
• Work with the MTL to ensure that productivity, processing, storage, salvage, and distribution criteria are balanced to maximize revenue.
• Ensure donated articles are protected, properly sorted, stored, distributed, or disposed of, in accordance with company policies.
• Supervise the production and accurate sorting of material goods at the dock and warehouse.
• Assist the MTL with overseeing all supervisors, assigned drivers, helpers, and sorters to include hiring, training, issuing disciplinary actions, completing, and issuing performance evaluations, and terminations.
• Must conduct safety training in a consistent and timely fashion to reduce work-related injuries and equipment failure; provide personal protective equipment and appropriate footwear as needed.
• Work with the MTL to Coach supervisors to use best practices to motivate staff and maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Assist the MTL in ensuring adequate staffing, supplies, and tools to reach work productivity goals.
• Will advise and counsel subordinates on matters relating to work productivity, quality, and work approach/behavior at work.
• Work with the MTL to manage supervisors to ensure proper priorities and work goals are established.
• In the absence of proper driver resources/personnel, will have the ability to operate company level equipment (non-CDL) to include box trucks in order to support the mission.

Risk Management and Safety:

• Ability to understand and follow all Goodwill safety standards and guidelines.
• Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed and checked. Ensure the work environment is free of safety hazards and employees are aware of risks.
• Ability to understand and maintain current knowledge of Department of Transportation standards and guidelines. Work with the MTL to implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

Relationship Management:

• Provide leadership, training, and support to subordinates. Work with the MTL to ensure continuity of operations at all levels. Ensure open communication.
• Assist the MTL to promote harmony within and between all departments. Consistently apply and implement Goodwill policies and procedures to protect Goodwill from legal liability. Report any situation to the Manager of Transportation and Logistics and/or Director II, Transportation and Logistic that may require attention or action. Provide recommendations and workable solutions whenever possible.
• Work cooperatively with all department heads to ensure the most effective and efficient handling of donated goods.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• A High school diploma or equivalent is required; some college is preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience supervising in a warehouse/dock, or product logistics environment, to include supervising and managing people and financial plans/budgets.

Other:

• Strong financial acumen.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and warehousing/logistical best practices to include safety regulations is required.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple functions, projects, and priorities.
• Strong ability to lead teams and collaboratively partner with other business groups.
• Solid communication and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of employees and customers in a diverse community.
• Proven ability to coach and develop talent.
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, problem-solver, and team player.
• Must be an advocate for our mission and values.
• Flexibility to work when needed, which may include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• The incumbent will be required and must have the ability to drive for company business*.

*Per auto vehicle insurance carrier requirements: For applicants/employees to qualify for inclusion on the Goodwill driver insurance schedule, for purpose of driving Goodwill fleet vehicles, they must be at least:

• 19 years of age (not engaged in passenger transportation),
• 25 – 70 years of age for all passenger transportation services,
• 21 years of age for CDL.

Applicants/employee will be required to undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; applicants/employees must disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes (within the last three (3) years)(Note: not all violations are a disqualification for employment and each case will be reviewed by the insurance carrier); must have valid Colorado State driver license; must also be able to operate company vehicle, and adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.

Applicant/employees using their personal vehicle for company business, must have valid vehicle insurance, valid driver license, and vehicle must be in roadworthy condition.

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.

Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: View phone number on aiapply.co or

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

This position is eligible for Daily Pay! Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule.

Full-Time position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, these positions are eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate.

Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

Job Title: 440 - Asst. Manager, Transp. & Logis. Dept Number: Varies - Ops

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - OCCASIONALLY

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - OCCASIONALLY

Light: 14 lbs & under - OCCASIONALLY

CARRYING:

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - OCCASIONALLY

Moderate: 15-44 lbs – OCCASIONALLY

Light: 14 lbs & under – OCCASIONALLY

PUSHING/PULLING - OCCASIONALLY

REACHING:

Above Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY

At Shoulder – OCCASIONALLY

Below Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY

TWISTING - OCCASIONALLY

BENDING - OCCASIONALLY

KNEELING/CRAWLING - OCCASIONALLY

SQUAT - OCCASIONALLY

CLIMBING:

Use of legs only (stairs) - OCCASIONALLY

Use of arms & legs (ladders) – OCCASIONALLY

HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY

VISION:

Visual, close - FREQUENTLY

Visual, distant - FREQUENTLY

Visual, depth perception – FREQUENTLY

HANDS/FINGERS:

Simple grasping - FREQUENTLY

Fine Manipulation - FREQUENTLY

Repetitive Movements - FREQUENTLY

WALKING - FREQUENTLY

STANDING - FREQUENTLY

SITTING - FREQUENTLY

SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY

OTHER, please describe – OCCASIONALLY - Driving