Transportation Manager

Company: UNFI
Location: West Sacramento
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

PURPOSE:Responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all Transportation functions to ensure that customerservice is performed safely, on time, and in accordance with specifications. Coordinates closely withcustomers and area personnel to obtain information, identify needs, and investigate and resolve problems.Seeks to continuously improve service and operating efficiencies and meets the proper DOT compliance andregulatory requirements. Ensures that the Company's professional reputation is maintained and that superiorcustomer service is provided. Schedules, assigns, supervises, and appraises personnel.--ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:--- Assumes responsibility for assisting in the development and implementation of effective Transportationplanning, budgeting, policies, and procedures.--- Executes established goals and ensures that Transportation policies support and complement Companystrategies, mission, vision, and values.--- Meets regularly with customers to obtain information and feedback on the Company's performance,receive complaints, and analyzes customers' needs and expectations.--- Ensures that excellent, professional communications are maintained with customers. Ensures that allcustomers' expectations are met or exceeded.--- Ensures on-time delivery of products or services.--- Plans equipment and determines rental requirements and maintenance needs. Implements andmaintains operation of computerized on-board and navigation systems--- Assumes responsibility for ensuring that Transportation operations meets or exceeds safety andregulatory standards. Maintain safety records for all drivers--- Ensures that personnel understand and implement safety and regulatory policies and procedures.--- Effectively schedules, supervises, and directs Transportation personnel, ensuring excellent customerservice and optimal performance.--- Provides leadership through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Maintains agood information flow. Ensures personnel are timely and thoroughly informed. Conducts meetings toinform, train, and seek solutions for identified problems. Ensures employees understand Companypolicies and procedures and the importance of customer service.--- Identifies training needs and develops and implements programs to meet them. Follows-up on employeetraining (e.g., customer service, equipment, and safety training) to ensure effective implementation.Cross -trains employees.--- Promotes teamwork. Encourages employee involvement, suggestions, and problem solving.--- Conducts performance appraisals as required. Provides feedback and suggestions to improve employeeperformance. Works with employees to establish performance goals. Formulates and implementscorrective actions as needed and ensures that all employees are treated fairly and consistently. Correctsemployee problems promptly.--- Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns.--- Completes special projects as assigned.--PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:1. Superior customer service is consistently provided. Customers' expectations are met or exceeded.Deliveries are on time and meet established standards. Problems are promptly, courteously, andpermanently resolved. The Company's professional reputation is maintained and projected.2. Transportation functions are compliant in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety,Federal, State and local laws and regulatory standards.3. Personnel are effective, efficient, optimally utilized, and appropriately informed.4. Employees are assisted and supported as needed. Performance appraisals are conducted as requiredand suggestions for improved performance are provided. Employees are treated fairly and consistently.Retain positive internal and external customer relations.5. Costs are monitored and controlled. Suggestions for improved productivity and service are provided.6. Good coordination and working relations exist with related departments and units. Assistance isprovided as needed.--QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Bachelor degree preferred and/or equivalent experience in related field.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:Understanding of client requirements and schedules.Knowledge of transportation equipment and vehicle operations.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Minimum of three to five years experience in multiple stop dispatch operation.Minimum of three to five years supervisory and management experience.Prior experience with computerized log systemExperience with Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel and Power Point necessary.SKILLS/ABILITIES:Exceptional communication skills.Ability to function in fast-paced environment.Vision for future growth and change with ability to remain flexible.Well organized and attentive to detail.Customer orientation and excellent public relations abilities.Able to train and supervise.Able to operate PC, phones, radio, and drive trucks--All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.--
Additional Information
Company Name: Tony's Fine Foods
Schedule: Full-time
Work Indicator: Onsite
Compensation
Pay Range: $82000.00 - $126600.00 Annually ($39.42 - $60.87 Hourly)
Other Compensation: Bonus Eligible
Compensation:UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.Benefits:For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington),Click HEREfor Washington-specific paid time off details.Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $1,000 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.UNFI s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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