Director of Transportation
Company Description:
Job Description:
Position Purpose:Manages all aspects of the transportation function in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, including selection of qualified drivers, routing, driving, safety, unloading, fleet maintenance, customer/driver relationships, and Department of Transportation (DOT) and Operating Company (OpCo) compliance. Includes involvement with the driver selection and orientation process, handling employee relations issues including disciplinary action, monitoring DOT and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) compliance, managing Transportation Supervisors and monitoring the routing process to ensure customer satisfaction. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:- Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. May include Supervisor, Transportation and/or staff of drivers to ensure deliveries are made in a safe, efficient and timely manner, maintaining dependability and customer satisfaction
- Oversees day-to-day administration of delivery function including: managing, monitoring and approving department expenses, calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip and expense reports, and identifying and resolving problems. Operates a computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system (e.g., Tripmaster and Xata); ensures truck computer system is monitored and maintained.
- Works closely with Warehouse Manager to ensure the highest level of efficiency within the operation.
- Responsible for scheduling truck deliveries and routing on a daily basis, including backhauls, and changes routes accordingly to meet customer needs and to maximize route profitability. Responsible for equipment scheduling and maintenance. Analyzes equipment needs (trucks, tractors, trailers) and determines type and number required. Sets up rental of additional vehicles as required and schedules equipment maintenance as necessary.
- Responsible for DOT compliance, monitoring DOT logs and ensuring drivers comply with DOT regulations.
- Maintains and updates all relevant information on drivers such as license, DOT medical certification, tickets for moving violations, accidents, and other risk and safety-related data.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits:
Click Here for Benefits InformationQualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent4-6 Years of Transportation experience including in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems. Supervisory experience.Valid Driver's License in good standingPass post offer drug test and criminal background checkPreferred qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business Management, logistics, or related area. 6-10 Years of transportation experience including in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems. Transportation supervisory /management experience within foodservice industry. Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDLA)EEO Statement:
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.Visit www.pfgc.com
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