What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Manager position at DW Distribution?
D.W. Distribution, an SBP brand, is currently looking for a Logistics Manager to join our Values based organization. This position will be based in our Sealy, TX facility. In this role you will focus on:
Responsibilities
Ensure the safe and timely transportation of all shipments to customer destinations while optimizing costs per truck.
Lead the enforcement of safety standards and regulations across all transportation activities.
Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, and mentor transportation department team.
Coordinate work assignments, transportation routes, and equipment allocation to meet operational goals efficiently.
Conduct staff meetings and actively participate in safety discussions and site safety inspections.
Drive customer satisfaction by managing all aspects of contract compliance, including KPI adherence, and vehicle requirements.
Regularly assess driving and safety performance, providing detailed updates to management.
Facilitate accident investigations, ensuring thorough reporting, corrective action planning, and resolution of safety concerns.
Review expenditures and financial data related to profit growth, cost control, and service improvement.
Monitor order schedules, shipping notices, and delivery reports to confirm timely, accurate material handling and delivery.
Foster a motivated work environment by implementing measures to improve employee engagement and recognition.
Manage compliance with federal, state, local, and company policies, including DOT regulations.
Ensure drivers meet licensing, certification, and training requirements, maintaining accurate records of these qualifications.
Conduct proactive investigations alongside government agencies to enhance safety practices and reduce accident risk.
Maintain OSHA requirements, work rules, and safety protocols while maintaining thorough documentation for all processes.
Prepare, compile, and submit reports on activities such as operations, accidents, and expenditures.
Coordinate with corporate recruiting teams to address labor shortages and implement strategies for retention and hiring.
Oversee fleet vehicle and equipment maintenance, scheduling timely repairs and preventive upkeep.
Direct fleet utilization to maximize productivity and minimize costs, analyzing route design and performance metrics regularly.
Verify vehicle inspections and arrange backup resources to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
Collaborate with service providers to ensure efficient, cost-effective preventive maintenance.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in transportation management
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Specialty Building Products is the leading distributor of specialty building products in North America. SBP operates under the brands U.S. LUMBER, Alexandria Moulding, REEB Millwork, DW Distribution, Millwork Sales and Amerhart. We serve 45 states in the U.S. and 8 provinces in Canada from over 40 locations. Here at SBP we are a people first organization, our team is built upon strong culture and standards for success. We value your perspective and want to learn more about you with a commitment to laying the foundation for you to build a successful career with us. Join us and EVOLVE your future at Specialty Building Products!
Being a part of SBP you will be eligible for many benefits. Full-Time benefits would include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision given on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays
- PLUS ADDITIONAL PERKS!
Serving our communities:
We are also committed to our core value of “using our influence to have a uniquely positive impact” on the people that we touch. Through our initiatives we encourage and incentivize our employees to aid fellow employees in need and to better serve our communities and the people we directly influence.
We are proud to have the best team in our industry. We have experienced a tremendous amount of growth as a company. This growth has served not only our customer base but has also provided significant opportunities for advancement amongst our employees.
D.W. Distribution/Specialty Building Products is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy of Specialty Building Products not to discriminate in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or other protected class status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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