Responsible for the efficient and timely delivery of the product to our customers, accomplished through thorough planning and an on-going process of monitoring driver performance, equipment condition and performance, and business volume, while effectively managing expenses in an ever-changing environment.
- Closely monitor driver performance via the use of the trip master and other control features.
- Maintain detailed records of driver pay, equipment maintenance and equipment performance.
- Review driver logs and paperwork to ensure accuracy and adherence to policy and DOT regulations.
- Closely monitor equipment to ensure safe operation and minimize breakdowns.
- Order necessary parts and equipment used in driver performance of responsibilities.
- Review routing and make the necessary adjustments to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Hire, train, direct, and discipline transportation personnel to achieve the most effective use of human and physical assets.
- Plan and schedule assignments for the transportation personnel; process the weekly payroll.
- Verify vendor invoices and complete A/P (accounts payable) vouchers.
- Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage, fuel cost, and fuel economy.
- Monitor monthly expenses in relation to planning and make the necessary changes.
- Perform the necessary requirements of the Department of Transportation.
- Review backhauls to ensure profitability.
- High school diploma/GED
- 4-year degree preferred
- 5 – 8 years of transportation supervisor experience.
- 4 years of transportation experience.
- Must possess good employee relations skills.
- Must have the ability to communicate clearly, primarily via telephone, with vendors, shippers, customers, and Company personnel.
- Work is primarily sedentary in nature. Frequent standing and bending are required when checking equipment.
- A substantial portion of the day is spent on data entry.
- Must be able to read text that is close and at a distance with or without correction.
- Must be able to perform manual tasks, hear, sit, reach, lift, and interact with others.
- The office is situated in the warehouse.
- Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside.
- A calculator, copier, fax, PC, Microsoft Office applications, CRT, Trip Master software, TRUCKS routing system.
Licenses, Registration and/or Certifications
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