SR. MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION/DISTRIBUTION (NEW YORK)
Company: Dairy Farmers of America
Location: East Syracuse
Posted on: October 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Manage transportation and distribution operations including one
or more transportation related disciplines such as fleet
maintenance, dispatch services, logistics support, warehouse,
development of fleet specifications, procurement and disposal
processes, supervisor and driver training and compliance (DFA and
Department of Transportation), and/or safety compliance. Ensure
safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery through staff and in
coordination with other departments to exceed customer expectations
within budgetary constraints. Identify and implement training and
development programs and processes in the areas of quality,
technical competency (SOP), and leadership. Oversee special project
audits. Manage and provide leadership to managers, supervisors, and
professional staff. -Job Duties and Responsibilities:Manage the
optimal planning and execution of transportation and distribution
operations activities in compliance with company and regulatory
rules and regulations; develop best in class transportation
policies and proceduresAnalyze and document processes and problems.
Develop processes, strategies, and techniques to improve the
operating quality and efficiency with the department; to determine
optimal truck and trailer equipment requirements based on current
and future production needs, milk pickup, and/or delivery
transportation needs; and to minimize expenses while maintaining or
increasing current service levelsCommunicate with production
facilities, corporate staff, and others regarding potential
problems, issues, coordination, and resolution. Present findings to
organizational leadershipEstablish positive working relationships
with members or customers to ensure optimal serviceOversee the
management of scheduling, work assignments, and optimization of
incoming/outgoing trucks. Ensure staff and deliveries are utilized
in most efficient and cost-effective manner and minimize time and
errors; adapt to necessary changes based on production or farm
variances and seasonal productionCoordinate activities of
contracted services and actively review for best cost benefit
available; may negotiate rates and lanes with carriers as needed to
support new business; may review carrier agreements and recommend
changes in conjunction with our internal legal
departmentEffectively manage and analyze the distribution budget
and proactively seek ways to reduce costs through continuous
improvement of transportation and distribution operations. Oversee
and control costs for labor, supplies, and maintenanceTrack,
reconcile, and report on metrics and key performance indicators
(KPIs) compared to established targets for communication to various
audiencesHold staff accountable for providing professional
interactions and courteous service to members, customers,
regulatory personnel, and co-workers; handle escalated customer
inquiries/concerns or internal issuesAssist in environmental,
safety, and transportation compliance and reporting for assigned
location; direct staff in the preparation and distribution of
operational reports (KPI's)Interview and hire new employees and
identify training needs to continually develop and improve the
workforce in conjunction with human resourcesFunction as a resource
and coach to transportation managers and supervisors. Support
employees to reach performance expectations through training and
coaching. Establish and communicate department goals.Work with
leadership and/or human resources on investigations and corrective
actions in response to injuries, accidents, audits, or employee
concerns.The requirements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not
a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
-Other duties may be assigned as required
Keywords: Dairy Farmers of America, Syracuse , SR. MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION/DISTRIBUTION (NEW YORK), Professions , East Syracuse, New York
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