What You Need To Know

Overview

The Distribution Manager is responsible for managing the delivery department in a warehouse with small volume, scope and complexity. This role also in charge of the complete delivery fleet s maintenance program and must ensure all drivers meet DOT and CMV criteria.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure all transportation employees understand and operate within the organizational, operational, safety and service policies and procedures
• Manage and develop a supervisory team who is responsible for directing all transportation activities and managing delivery drivers
• Ensure all drivers are in possession of all required Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications
• Ensure all accidents are handled and reported, according to company policy
• Manage daily routing schedules and ensure routes are maintained in the routing system
• Schedule all department personnel time off requests; ensure route coverage at all times
• Coach, train, direct and counsel Warehouse Transportation Supervisors on overall performance
• Resolve driver discrepancy issues
• Maintain driver records and files
• Maintain Company and Commercial Vehicles registration and plates
• Ensure Pre-trip, Post Trip DVIR is completed by Drivers daily
• Oversee monthly safety training/meetings per SGWS Safety Policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor s Degree and 5 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organization, multi-tasking and time management skills
• Valid state motor vehicle operator s license and ability to obtain and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with State laws
• Class A CDL required
• Strong knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
• Valid state motor vehicle operator s license

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 45lbs

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position.  As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.