Director, Transportation/Distribution
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Create and manage operational budget to ensure safe, professional, and efficient hauling or delivery services are provided to members or customers; develop methodology that provides the most advantageous cost of operation.
Provide performance metrics, financial analyses, route/delivery maps, and other related transportation data to facilitate effective decision-making and strategic planning.
Oversee regulatory compliance (Department of Transportation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental Protection Agency, etc.), including all necessary licensing, permitting, reporting, and training at state and federal level. This includes coordinating with and providing the appropriate DFA compliance department all necessary information and documentation.
Review transportation and/or distribution results to validate high quality service to members or customers. Provide regular performance updates to leadership. Cooperate with other departments (sales, customer service) to quickly resolve any customer or member concerns with the transportation department.
Assist in the development and ongoing evaluation of key performance indicators, providing a basis for measuring continuous improvement in all areas of transportation, including hauling/delivery efficiencies, regulatory and safety compliance, human resources, and member and customer satisfaction.
Evaluate and prepare cost justification for capital expenditures on equipment and facilities to ensure adequate resources are available to meet member and customer needs.
Oversee fleet maintenance facilities to ensure a cost-effective repair and maintenance program that maximizes equipment life cycle and provides a safe and dependable fleet of equipment.
Represent DFA regarding transportation-related matters with federal and state regulatory agencies and legislators as well as state and local trade organizations such as American Trucking Association.
Assist in the development and ongoing evaluation of key performance indicators, providing a basis for measuring continuous improvement in all areas of transportation, including hauling/delivery efficiencies, regulatory and safety compliance, human resources, and member and customer satisfaction.
Ensure all DFA quality, safety, and good manufacturing practices (GMP) policies and procedures are adhered to.
Requirements
Undergraduate degree in related field required
10 or more years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including 2 or more years of management experience
Certification and/or License - may be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong knowledge of dairy industry production practices, processes, regulations, and equipment
Strong knowledge of distribution and transportation practices
Solid understanding of industry, safety, quality, etc., policies (PMO, OSHA, SQF, GMP)
Knowledge of contemporary transportation and distribution practices
Solid knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Able to use company computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel, routing software, telematics and handhelds
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
Able to determine direction though ambiguous situations
Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
Able to demonstrate strong initiative and follow through on commitments
Education And Experience
Education: Undergraduate degree in related field required
Experience: 10 or more years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including 2 or more years of management experience