We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Transportation Manager to oversee day-to-day operations in a fast-paced fresh foods and salads manufacturing environment. Responsible for managing the transportation/logistics department. Hires, trains, and supervises employees and manages scheduling of shipments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee transportation department, including its assets, financials and employees.
Manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
Ensure customer goods move from production through the supply chain to the end user.
Supervise transportation, reverse logistics and supply chain solutions.
Establish quality transportation services.
Develop partnerships with outside carriers in shipping.
Plan and implement budgets.
Utilize services of less-than-truckload carriers and air-forwarders to handle fulfillment shipments.
Supervise scheduling of shipments.
Review financial reports.
Manage performance of branch employees with emphasis on productivity, efficiency, and service delivery.
Lead all distribution and transportation planning and strategic activities.
Recruit, interview, select, train, motivate, coach, and mentor transportation supervisors and transport drivers.
Assist in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement opportunities and customer satisfaction opportunities.
Maintains safety and cleanliness in the yard.
Creates and maintains transportation SOP’s.
Works with the facility safety manager on all safety concerns.

Qualifications:

Proven work experience as a Transportation Manager/Supervisor
Solid knowledge of supply chain management
Experience in preparing and tracking orders
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to supervise and train staff
Problem-solving abilities
Strong financial understanding of lease agreements and budgeting
High school diploma
BSc in Supply Chain, Logistics or relevant field is a plus

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work a full-time schedule including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
Ability to lift 50+
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, lift, push and pull.
Ability to withstand 40-degree temperatures for extended periods of time.
Ability to withstand 32-degree temperatures occasionally.
Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Taylor Farms

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