Transportation and Logistics Assistant Manager - Platte River Warehouse

Application deadline: 08.28.2026

About the role

The Assistant Manager, Transportation & Logistics will work with the Manager of Transportation and Logistics (MTL) to oversee all aspects of donated goods transportation, processing, and storage for the organization, and implement logistics best practices to meet business objectives in an efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist with establishing and measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive performance for on-time, in-full delivery, maintain efficient shipping costs for all forms of transit, warehouse/processing operations while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Assist with managing donated product logistics, transportation processes, and coordinating vehicle maintenance.
• Work with the MTL to implement improved processes and management methods to generate higher Return on Investment (ROI) and workflow optimization.
• Assist the MTL with review procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and process improvements.
• Understand the supply and demand cycle of donated goods; ensure productivity, processing, storage, salvage, and distribution criteria are balanced to maximize revenue.
• Ensure donated articles are protected, properly sorted, stored, distributed, or disposed of in accordance with company policies.
• Supervise the production and accurate sorting of material goods at the dock and warehouse.
• Assist the MTL with overseeing all supervisors, assigned drivers, helpers, and sorters to include hiring, training, issuing disciplinary actions, completing and issuing performance evaluations, and terminations.
• Conduct safety training in a consistent and timely fashion to reduce work-related injuries and equipment failure; provide personal protective equipment and appropriate footwear as needed.
• Work with the MTL to coach supervisors to use best practices to motivate staff and maintain a safe and productive work environment.
• Assist the MTL in ensuring adequate staffing, supplies, and tools to reach work productivity goals.
• Advise and counsel subordinates on matters relating to work productivity, quality, and work approach/behavior at work.
• Manage supervisors to ensure proper priorities and work goals are established.
• Operate company level equipment (non-CDL) to include box trucks in order to support the mission when proper driver resources/personnel are unavailable.
• Understand and follow all Goodwill safety standards and guidelines; ensure proper safety procedures are followed and the work environment is free of safety hazards.
• Maintain current knowledge of Department of Transportation standards and guidelines; work with the MTL to implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Provide leadership, training, and support to subordinates; ensure continuity of operations at all levels and open communication.
• Promote harmony within and between all departments; consistently apply and implement Goodwill policies and procedures to protect Goodwill from legal liability.
• Report any situation to the Manager of Transportation and Logistics and/or Director II, Transportation and Logistics that may require attention or action; provide recommendations and workable solutions.
• Work cooperatively with all department heads to ensure the most effective and efficient handling of donated goods.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; some college is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience supervising in a warehouse/dock or product logistics environment, including supervising and managing people and financial plans/budgets.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and warehousing/logistical best practices, including safety regulations.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple functions, projects, and priorities.
• Strong ability to lead teams and collaboratively partner with other business groups.
• Solid communication and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of employees and customers in a diverse community.
• Proven ability to coach and develop talent.
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, problem-solver, and team player.
• Must be an advocate for the organization’s mission and values.
• Flexibility to work when needed, which may include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must have the ability to drive for company business and meet auto vehicle insurance carrier requirements:
  • At least 19 years of age (not engaged in passenger transportation), 25–70 years of age for all passenger transportation services, 21 years of age for CDL.
  • Must undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes within the last three years (not all violations are disqualifying).
  • Must have a valid Colorado State driver license and be able to operate a company vehicle while adhering to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.
  • If using a personal vehicle for company business, must have valid vehicle insurance, a valid driver license, and the vehicle must be in roadworthy condition.

Benefits

• Full-time position eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings.
• Paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave.
• Eligibility to make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to the retirement plan (must be 18 years of age to participate).
• Eligible for Daily Pay: work today, get paid today through the DailyPay voluntary benefit.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

Pay

$58,180.00 annually.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting:
  • Heavy (45 lbs & over): Occasionally
  • Moderate (15-44 lbs): Occasionally
  • Light (14 lbs & under): Occasionally
• Carrying:
  • Heavy (45 lbs & over): Occasionally
  • Moderate (15-44 lbs): Occasionally
  • Light (14 lbs & under): Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally
• Reaching:
  • Above Shoulder: Occasionally
  • At Shoulder: Occasionally
  • Below Shoulder: Occasionally
• Twisting: Occasionally
• Bending: Occasionally
• Kneeling/Crawling: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally
• Climbing:
  • Use of legs only (stairs): Occasionally
  • Use of arms & legs (ladders): Occasionally
• Hearing: Continuously
• Vision:
  • Close: Frequently
  • Distant: Frequently
  • Depth perception: Frequently
• Hands/Fingers:
  • Simple grasping: Frequently
  • Fine manipulation: Frequently
  • Repetitive movements: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Standing: Frequently
• Sitting: Frequently
• Speaking: Continuously