Director of Transportation

About the Role

Responsible for the efficient and timely delivery of the product to customers through thorough planning, monitoring driver performance, equipment condition and performance, and business volume, while effectively managing expenses in an ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 transportation personnel; process the weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and complete accounts payable (A/P) vouchers.
• Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage, fuel cost, and fuel economy.
• Monitor monthly expenses in relation to planning and make necessary changes.
• Perform the necessary requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Review backhauls to ensure profitability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; 4-year degree preferred.
• 5–8 years of transportation supervisor experience.
• 4 years of transportation experience.

Skills

• Must possess good employee relations skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly, primarily via telephone, with vendors, shippers, customers, and company personnel.

Physical Demands

• 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.

Work Environment

• Office is situated in the warehouse.
• Activities occur both inside (protected from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside.

Equipment Operated

• Calculator, copier, fax, PC, Microsoft Office applications, CRT, Trip Master software, TRUCKS routing system.

Licenses and Certifications

• CDL License.