We are looking for a Transportation Manager to plan and coordinate our daily product shipments. To succeed in this role, you should have thorough knowledge of supply chain management and an understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders and tracking transportation vehicles. You should be familiar with safety processes and legal regulations. Ultimately, you will ensure that all shipments are handled quickly, safely and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the shipments from production to the end-user
• Schedule daily and weekly routes
• Track orders using functional systems (e.g. barcodes and tracking software)
• Coordinate with Warehouse Workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products
• Monitor and report on transportation costs
• Ensure shipping documents are properly filed
• Report maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment
• Research and suggest cost-effective shipping methods
• Conduct regular safety audits on equipment
• Organize training sessions for employees (e.g. proper use of machines and handling of hazardous material)
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
• Ensure compliance with company policies and shipping legislation
• Stay up-to-date with safety regulations

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Transportation Manager, Shipping Manager or similar role
• Solid knowledge of supply chain management
• Experience preparing and tracking orders
• Familiarity with logistics software, like Freightview and 3PLink
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to supervise and train staff
• Problem-solving abilities
• High school diploma
• BSc in Supply Chain, Logistics or relevant field is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Fuel discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Quarterly bonus
• Safety bonus

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking route:

• Regional

Experience:

• Motor Vehicle Transportation Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person