Transportation Manager

Company Description

MAKE GREAT PIZZA - AND MORE - POSSIBLE

Be a part of the worlds #1 Pizza company!

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 + 15% Team Achievement Bonus

Manage the Delivery & Service Department

Lead the Team:

• Establish and maintain a high-performing Delivery & Service team through strategic recruitment, comprehensive interviewing, rigorous hiring practices, and retention of qualified personnel
• Ensure all team members possess the requisite tools, resources, and support to execute their responsibilities effectively
• Conduct formal training sessions, provide ongoing coaching and constructive feedback, complete comprehensive performance appraisals, and make evidence-based recommendations for compensation adjustments
• Address and resolve employee relations matters with professionalism and adherence to company policy
• Provide direct support and guidance to team members to ensure operational continuity
• Develop and implement departmental plans, policies, and procedures for the Delivery & Service department
• Participate in mandatory annual Leadership & Development training sessions
• Conduct safety briefings, team meetings, and quarterly performance reviews
• Execute additional responsibilities as directed by management and senior leadership
• Complete annual performance evaluations for all drivers and staff members

Reporting/Budget:

• Prepare and submit the annual Delivery & Service department budget to the Director of Supply Chain for formal review and approval
• Review and authorize all departmental payroll submissions
• Analyze cost statements to identify inefficiencies and implement cost containment strategies
• Audit and approve all invoices from the vehicle leasing company
• Oversee fleet performance management to ensure preventive maintenance schedules are met according to company standards and repairs are completed in a timely manner
• Generate comprehensive Delivery & Service reports, including backhaul analysis and weekly key performance indicator summaries
• Conduct monthly Comdata audits to ensure fuel compliance and cost control

Routing, Scheduling, and DOT Compliance:

• Develop, review, and optimize driver schedules to maximize operational efficiency and minimize costs
• Perform continuous analysis of vehicle and driver assignments to identify consolidation opportunities
• Analyze proposed schedules and rates, prepare and distribute schedule change recommendations, and submit detailed data analyses to the WRC Transportation team
• Conduct systematic route analysis to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities
• Perform route observations to verify driver compliance with company and DOT standards
• Monitor delivery accuracy and implement corrective strategies to reduce mis-deliveries
• Monitor driver hours of service through the onboard computerized system (PeopleNet) to ensure DOT compliance
• Review drive camera footage to ensure compliance with company safety and compliance standards
• Maintain and audit all driver logs and required documentation
• Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of driver qualification files
• Execute daily dynamic routing to optimize fleet operations
• Prepare for and coordinate operational and transportation audits throughout the fiscal year
• Conduct required route observations to verify drivers are performing duties safely and in accordance with company and DOT regulations (frequency determined by fleet size)
• Maintain fleet appearance and operational standards

Customer Service:

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with franchisees, store managers, leasing company representatives, and other key stakeholders
• Provide guidance to Delivery & Service team members on customer relations protocols and serve as a role model for professional relationship management
• Respond promptly to customer complaints and concerns through the Slice of Pie system
• Participate on the Transportation Advisory Board as assigned
• Conduct site assessments at new store locations to evaluate delivery accessibility and report findings to senior management
• Operate company commercial vehicles or straight trucks for deliveries or fleet maintenance as operationally necessary and when qualified

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or related field preferred
• Minimum 2-year degree or equivalent professional work experience required

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive Transportation and Logistics experience with demonstrated success in operational management
• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience with proven ability to develop, lead, and direct team members in achieving organizational goals and objectives
• Documented track record of managing transportation operations, fleet management, and logistics functions

Technical and Regulatory Knowledge:

• Comprehensive working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, compliance requirements, and safety standards
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software suite
• Demonstrated expertise in fleet management systems and routing optimization

Professional Competencies:

• Results-oriented professional with exceptional organizational, analytical, and decision-making capabilities
• Demonstrated excellence in people management and team leadership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to manage stakeholder relationships

Operational Requirements:

• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Class A) required; or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Ability to work full-time with flexible scheduling requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Availability to support 24-hour operations and maintain emergency on-call status as required
• Must successfully complete background checks every third year on employment anniversary date

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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