TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

Cottonwood, AL

Employer:	McLane Company
Category:	Transportation
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
The Transportation Manager establishes and maintains the smooth operation of the Transportation department at a McLane distribution center. BENEFITS: Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance. Get paid early. Get paid fast. 401(k) with annual company match. Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, college tuition reimbursement, and more! PREFERRED qualifications for this position include: Outbound transportation experience at a distribution center; experience using Trimble/PeopleNet or similar transportation management systems (TMS); prior positions that offered increasing responsibility levels. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assist with providing 24-hour coverage. Maintain a properly staffed and trained department that offers the highest levels of logistics support to the warehouse. Plan, direct, and coordinate all delivery and backhaul activities. Drive key performance indicators for cost savings. Efficiently utilize manpower via proper scheduling and training to provide the highest levels of customer service at the store level. This position has additional duties; special projects may be assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field. 5+ years experience with all facets of outbound transportation; knowledge of distribution systems, including routing and backhaul/transfer procedures. 4+ years of accounting, planning, analytical, and/or reporting experience; ability to identify financial issues and provide cost-effective solutions. Experience managing large numbers of driving staff; experience with hiring, training, and motivating teammates and resolving employee relations issues. Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Access). Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

Cottonwood, AL

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