Transportation Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

Cranbury, New Jersey, United States Sonepar Full time

Are you prepared to advance your career?

At Sonepar, our successful team members embody our principles of adaptability, boldness, and continuous learning. We encourage our associates to spearhead innovation, embrace technology-driven solutions, and flourish in an environment that fosters both personal and professional development. You will have the authority to devise top-tier business strategies and contribute to a customer-focused atmosphere that achieves exceptional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the dispatch, drivers, warehouse, and administrative personnel associated with the transportation division.
* Ensure timely and complete deliveries to cross-docking facilities.
* Cultivate cross-departmental relationships to enhance customer service and reduce costs.

Monitor and maintain the out-of-service reports for the fleet.
* Implement lean process enhancements.
* Minimize variable costs within the department.
* Maintain weekly driver hours to facilitate open communication with drivers.
* Design and conduct driver training programs along with annual recertifications.
* Establish relevant metrics for safety, cost, and service.
* Track all employee safety performance and perform root cause analyses with actionable solutions for any incidents leading to damage or injury.
* Monitor and manage fleet utilization.
* Create and execute measurable training protocols for all roles.
* Develop and uphold standard operating procedures for transportation.
* Engage in monthly ride-alongs with drivers.
* Oversee and manage all key performance indicators related to transportation, including costs.
* Generate routing manifests and assess routes to ensure all customer delivery commitments are fulfilled.
* Maintain strong communication with drivers, warehouse staff, and sales teams.
* Supervise all scheduled daily deliveries to ensure customer time commitments are honored.
* Analyze details surrounding lost shipments, missed deliveries, and unmet time commitments to determine if process modifications are necessary.
* Ensure all drivers utilize various fleet management software systems and adhere to the established procedures.
* Regularly evaluate and adjust route configurations for optimization.
* Standardize routes to help reduce those under 8 hours.
* Clearly communicate and enforce driver safety requirements.
* Stay updated with all DOT regulations and ensure driver compliance.
* Responsible for the recruitment, training, and development of direct reports.
* Assist in coordinating maintenance and preventative maintenance for all fleet vehicles.
* Ensure all staff have the necessary tools to perform their jobs effectively.
* Conduct annual certifications for all drivers.
* Collaborate with the Shop Steward on union contract matters.
* Schedule regular meetings with drivers.
* Undertake additional projects and duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation and VP of Operations.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred, focusing on business management and/or supply chain, or equivalent knowledge through relevant experience and training.
  • 3 to 5 years of prior experience managing in a unionized environment.
  • Understanding of contractual bargaining agreements is essential.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong understanding of fleet maintenance.
  • Experience with GPS tracking systems.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
  • Capability to use hands for data entry via a traditional keyboard.
  • Able to lift, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 lbs., and heavier weights with appropriate equipment.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform various tasks.
  • Capability to operate powered industrial trucks safely; training will be provided.
  • This position is primarily performed in general office and distribution warehouse settings.

Why Choose Sonepar?

At Sonepar, we are Powered by Difference. With local roots and a global reach, we thrive on the diversity of our associates and the unique contributions each of us makes to our success. What drives our progress? Our people. Regardless of your role or background, you will be encouraged to challenge limits, broaden your industry knowledge, and elevate your career.

Competitive Benefits:

Our full-time associates have access to competitive medical plans, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long and short-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance programs, and employee discounts. We also offer a generous paid time off plan and paid holidays.

About Sonepar:

For over 50 years, Sonepar has been a leader in providing expert electrical supplies, service capabilities, and innovative solutions across the New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania markets. Established in 1961 as a family-owned business, Sonepar became a proud member of the Sonepar Group in 1999, the world's largest privately held electrical distributor. Today, Sonepar continues to expand its capabilities and is recognized as one of the premier electrical supply distributors in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, promoting diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will take the necessary steps to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to fully participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive all other benefits and privileges of employment.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision:
Sonepar adheres to Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

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