What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Operations Manager position at ODP Business Solutions?
Overview
Department: Private Fleet
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Salary: $70,000/year - $85,000/year
Overview
The Transportation Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the transportation team, including managing a site’s Private Fleet, managing relationships with third-party logistics providers, ensuring exceptional customer service through regular customer visits, and actively supporting business growth by generating and sharing sales leads with the sales team. Position maintains the oversight of all delivery service metrics in their market and contributes to the continuous improvement of transportation functions. May be required to perform day-to-day activities such as covering delivery routes, handling packages (up to 75lb), moving equipment/vehicles, etc.
Primary Responsibilities:
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The salary range for this role is $70,000/year to $85,000/year, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions. For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
How to Apply: Click the Apply Now button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the submit button.
Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Department: Private Fleet
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Salary: $70,000/year - $85,000/year
Overview
The Transportation Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the transportation team, including managing a site’s Private Fleet, managing relationships with third-party logistics providers, ensuring exceptional customer service through regular customer visits, and actively supporting business growth by generating and sharing sales leads with the sales team. Position maintains the oversight of all delivery service metrics in their market and contributes to the continuous improvement of transportation functions. May be required to perform day-to-day activities such as covering delivery routes, handling packages (up to 75lb), moving equipment/vehicles, etc.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Delivery Services Team to achieve operational excellence, while ensuring compliance with all Supply Chain SOPs and safety standards. Set clear goals, monitor performance, meet or exceed all delivery service metrics, and provide regular feedback and training.
- Manage the standardization and optimization of one or more third party delivery and/or private fleet operations and processes within designated delivery markets. Maintain a carrier review process, including the use of scorecards, audits, and other business review mechanisms.
- Create and cultivate customer relationships through regular customer visits, proactively identifying potential business opportunities. Partner with Sales counterparts to share growth opportunities and resolve customer service barriers.
- Analyze transportation processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Promote and enforce a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies. Conduct regular safety audits and provide ongoing training for coworkers.
- Level of Formal Education: High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelors preferred
- Area of Study: Business Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related disciplines
- Minimum Years of Experience: 3
- Must have professional driving experience
- Retail distribution operations, fleet or carrier management, P&L ownership, service and operating metrics, project implementation management (outsourcing, new business, etc)
- DOT, FMCSA, etc
- Customer Service experience (Preferred)
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no moving violations within the past 36 months)
- Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), ONLY required for operating delivery vehicles exceeding 26,000 lb. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Hazmat Delivery. May not apply at all locations.
- Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) qualification requirements
- Basic computer skills, to include email, Word, Excel, and chat platforms
- Transportation software (e.g. Solera, mapping software, etc.)
- Familiarity with mobile package delivery applications
- Ability to manage and motivate others
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Proven decision-making capabilities
- Knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to build relationships, establish trust, and maintain creditability with internal and external stakeholders
- Must be able to lift up to 75lb
- Ability to handle individual items up to 200 lbs. with the use of team lift and/or hand tools.
- Commitment to safety and the well-being of coworkers and customers
- Pursues excellence through regular evaluation
- Effective communicator and collaborator
- Inspirational leader of others
- Attentive and dedicated to the customer experience
- Analytical mindset
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The salary range for this role is $70,000/year to $85,000/year, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions. For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
How to Apply: Click the Apply Now button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the submit button.
Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000