Transportation Manager

Company: Paladin Consulting, Inc
Location: Carrollton
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Transportation Manager to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Carrollton, TX.



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Job Title:Transportation Manager

Work Location:Carrollton, TX

Education/Experience Required:Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field required;At least three years of related experience required.



Job Description & Responsibilities :



The Transportation Manager (Traffic Manager) will execute, direct, and coordinate shipments into and out of an organization.
Supervisory Responsibilities:

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• Hires and trains transportation staff, including drivers.
  
• Oversees the daily workflow, schedules, and assignments of transportation employees.
  
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
  
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
  
  
  Duties/Responsibilities:
  
  
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  • Oversees the coordination and routing of shipments.
    
  • Directs dispatching and routing activities and tracks transportation vehicles.
    
  • Ensures that customer difficulties or problems are investigated and resolved.
    
  • Negotiates and secures contracts with transportation providers and customers.
    
  • Directs all maintenance, repair, and replacement of shipping equipment or vehicles.
    
  • Implements safety audits and trains staff members on safety issues.
    
  • Maintains knowledge of best practices including the most efficient and cost-effective shipping methods.
    
  • Maintains knowledge of regulations related to transportation including those related to hazardous shipments, employee safety, and freight classifications.
    
  • In collaboration with other managers, develops and implements policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for transportation operations.
    
  • Ensures compliance with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, environmental policies, and government regulations.
    
  • Reviews and analyzes expenditures and other financial information; uses results to develop and implement plans, policies, and budgets.
    
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
    
    
    
    Skills & Qualifications :
    
    Required Skills/Abilities:
    
    
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    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
      
    • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
      
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
      
    • Strong logistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
      
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
      
    • DOT certification or extensive knowledge
      
      
      Education and Experience:
      
      
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      • Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field required.
        
      • At least three years of related experience required.
        
        
        Physical Requirements:
        
        
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        • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
          
        • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
          
          
          
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          Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.

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