Transportation Manager Jobs

Job Title: Controller / Finance Manager- Transportation Services - Company: Location: Seattle, WA Description: A local leader in transportation services is starting the search to replace their retiring controller. You will have the benefit of working with him on all aspects of the financial side of running a privately owned company. Learn policies and procedures, accounting practices, P&L, budgets, AR/AP, collections, payroll, GL, you name it. Your background as a controller for a smaller company and your hands on approach could be the keys to landing this great role. The owner is strongly looking for a candidate with stability in background. Start to $60k while you understudy, and a receive boost as you begin to assume the role in two to three months. Call Business Careers at Register to View to schedule your interview today! Click here to apply! All applicants must apply online to be considered. When applying to this position, please reference job order number: CRLS6DG11409 For more information on this opening:Call Business Careers at Register to View ,Or Apply Online at www.businesscareers.com

Job Title: Transportation Supervisor Company: US Xpress Enterprises Location: Forest Park, GA Description: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR  We are seeking a Transportation/Logistics Professional that can successfully provide leadership to a Dedicated Contract Carriage Operation.  The successful candidate will coordinate the activities and communication between the Dedicated Customer, the Professional Driver and Headquarters.  The primary responsibility for this position is full accountability for the Account Operation, P&L, Safety, Security, Customer Service, and the Training & Development of drivers and any facility personnel. Position covers weekday night office hours and is on-call 24 hours a day/7days a week. Responsibilities include: Provide day to day managerial direction and control of designated facility to ensure the proficient operation of all aspects of the dedicated operation. Develop and implement administrative procedures and operating quality control checks to monitor account activities and associated cost according to plan. Plans drivers dispatch, assigning loads to drivers according to account needs and driver capabilities; ensures that all loads are covered and on time; prevents unnecessary company charges or liabilities. Equipment Utilization Driver recruiting based on demand needs and driver retention Work closely with customer to meet changing needs based on production and forecasting Accountable for all other aspects of the operation   Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of DOT safety rules and regulations Must have over 2 years of Transportation/Logistics experience Requires the ability to manage multiple activities and initiatives, and adapt to changing priorities on a day to day basis, while maintaining organization effectiveness Proven leadership abilities Proficient in Microsoft applications, AS400 experience helpful B.S. degree preferred  Click here to apply on-line www.usxpress.com

Job Title: Transportation Manager in Training Company: MCLANE MIDWEST Location: Danville, IL Description: Transportation Manager in Training McLane Company, a major grocery distributor, is currently searching for a Transportation Manager in Training to manage over 200 drivers for a busy distribution center located in Danville, IL. Requirements: The ideal candidate will have an understanding of DOT regulations, knowledge of the operations of a transportation office, and effective leadership skills. This individual must possess strong organizational and communication skills, and the proven ability to function in a fast paced distribution environment. A bachelor's degree and at least five years of transportation experience is required. We offer a top notch benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(K). Qualified individuals interested in this position should send your completed resume and coverletter to: McLane Midwest Attn: HR Specialist P.O. Box 910 Danville, IL 61834 Or fax/email to: Register to View , Register to View This listing brought to you by The Commercial-News

Job Title: Transportation Manager - Company: Location: Milwaukee, WI Description: Transportation Manager U?SAgain is a modern, growing and for profit company, dedicated to conserving natural resources through the creation of recycling programs for used clothing and textiles. We are expanding our network in some states of easily accessible drop-bins for used and surplus clothing, shoes and domestic textiles. In Wisconsin out of the Milwaukee area the following position as Transportation Manager is open. The Transportation Manager is the center of activity when it comes to emptying of the drop boxes. The main duty of the Transportation Manager is to optimize the route driving by organizing the emptying well. All boxes shall be serviced in a timely manner, and costs shall be kept low. At the same time the Transport Manager shall with his communication skills, good spirit and initiative contribute to a positive and productive work environment. Responsibilities - To manage the emptying of drop boxes for the entire operation - Timely service of all boxes, from once every two weeks to 7 times a week - To deliver 24 hour service to our hosts - To optimize the yield of used clothing from the drop boxes, by planning good routes, having correct emptying frequency, keeping a good record of yield from each box etc. - To run a cost efficient operation - To plan the staffing of the week - To do your part to achieve the planned financial result of the operation - To analyze the profitability of the areas and routes and suggest improvements such as box relocation, removal etc. - To be the central point of communication for route drivers, contractors, and hosts - To manage relocation of boxes - To keep updated records of all drop boxes, routes, addresses etc. - To participate in hiring, training, evaluating, and terminating of drivers - To participate in hiring contractors and maintaining the contracts in the interest of the company - To participate in working with municipalities about permits etc. - Safety The Transportation Manager reports to the Division Manager. Work detail - Daily and weekly communication with all drivers and contractors - Daily monitoring of each driver and contractor - Daily update of collected weight from each drop box - Respond to all phone calls about overflows, and other issues - All changes in addresses, bar code numbers etc are updated daily - Make summer and winter schedule - Plan optimal emptying around holidays and peak seasons - Driving with a driver or contractor one full day at least 2 times per month - Unannounced visit to locations. At least one full route 2 times per month - Receiving drivers at the warehouse, go over the completed route, check clothing as it is unloaded. - Weekly evaluation of each driver?s work to management - Weekly calculation of all drop boxes emptied, frequency, percentage. - Weekly report with key figures for the bulletin board for all contractors - Statistics for sites, routes and drivers - Participate in making monthly status report - Some work in weekends required - Inspection of drivers? and contractors documents, including liability insurance, workers compensation insurance, criminal and driving record, driver?s license etc. - Maintenance of own vehicles Skills required - 2-5 years in a similar supervisor position - Experience with logistics and route driving is an advantage - Detail oriented Salary - $ 32 ? 38K annual - Health and Dental insurance. BCBS - Personal and sick days - Vacation If you are interested please send an email with you resume or call 1 - Register to View Mon - Fri.

Job Title: Controller / Finance Manager- Transportation Services Company: Business Careers Location: Seattle, WA Description: Controller / Finance Manager- Transportation Services Salary: $60k A local leader in transportation services is starting the search to replace their retiring controller. You will have the benefit of working with him on all aspects of the financial side of running a privately owned company. Learn policies and procedures, accounting practices, P&L, budgets, AR/AP, collections, payroll, GL, you name it. Your background as a controller for a smaller company and your hands on approach could be the keys to landing this great role. The owner is strongly looking for a candidate with stability in background. Start to $60k while you understudy, and a receive boost as you begin to assume the role in two to three months. Call Business Careers at Register to View to schedule your interview today! Updated: 11/11/2009 11:31 http://businesscareers.com/scripts/BizCareer/vb_bridge3.dll?VBPROG=call&PG=job_list.xsl&IF=JOBLIST&CAT=4 http://wrapguy.careercast.com/textjobs/jobs/bizcareers_nw/job10580a22585a6b.html

Job Title: transportation manager - Company: Location: Lexington, KY Description: transportation manager for large international exclusive travel clubs corporation. this is not trucking management. transportation includes planes and limos. full time management position. must have extensive transportation or other management background and be able to lead a large staff effectively. local position, no relocation. email name, tel.number and brief summary of experience to Register to View

Job Title: Senior Transportation Manager Company: Reckitt Benckiser Location: Harrisburg, PA Description: Summary:   This position is responsible for the leadership of all transportation activities in the United States and Canada.  The manager is accountable for establishing long range strategies and for directing the tactical activities of the management team and third party provider to insure consistent, reliable achievement of service and cost objectives for Reckitt Benckiser.   Specific duties include:  Lead the development and execution of transportation strategies for the North American business that insure Reckitt Benckiser consistently delivers superior cost and service results.Guide the transportation team to build and deliver continuous enhancements in service and cost in all aspects of transportation for North AmericaManage efforts of 3rd party Logistics suppliers to insure excellent cost and service performance is achieved through optimum freight rates, proper carrier utilization, outstanding carrier management, flawless financial analyses, and constant identification of improvement actions.Be the key transportation liaison with Supply Finance.  Lead efforts that insure the accounting of the financial aspects of transportation is accurate and up to date at all times.Collaborate with Distribution Center Managers and plant Materials Managers to develop integrated cost and service goals that insure Reckitt Benckiser objectives are met or exceeded consistently.Lead the transportation team to insure all locations achieve established performance targets.Direct the transportation team to monitor carrier costs and service performance, reliability and responsiveness, carrier loss and damage claims.Coordinate efforts with the Supply Services leadership team to insure compliance with all applicable transportation regulations for the U.S. and Canada.Collaborate with Customer Service to develop multi-functional plans that improve service, cost, and customer satisfaction throughout two countries. BA/BS in Logistics, Business or other related degree.7-10 yrs Management experience in Transportation or Distribution.Demonstrated ability to lead the development and execution of strategies that have resulted in significant, quantified improvement in cost and service.Extensive experience managing the efforts and results of transportation service providersStrong computer skills including systems and software applicationsSuperior communication skills - written, oral and presentationsStrong analytical and problem solving skills.  Demonstrated ability to understand and utilize financial information to make business decisions and drive improvement actions.Preference will be given to candidate who is mobile in NA/Global

Job Title: Public Sector - Manager - Transportation Company: PricewaterhouseCoopers Location: McLean, VA Description: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) is part of the worlds largest professional services organization, and has access to over 140,000 partners and staff in over 140 countries. PwC has more than 30,000 professionals working in the United States, with over 2,000 based and working in the Washington, D.C. Metro area. As a long-standing and trusted advisor to government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and other leading institutions around the world, we offer the perspective of a global organization, combined with a detailed understanding of the specific issues affecting our clients. We are consistently recognized as a leader in our field: IDC ranked PwC as the number one worldwide business consulting provider (Dec 2007), Fortune Magazine named PwC as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in America the last three years, Working Mother named PwC as one of the 100 Best Companies for the last ten years Universum Undergraduate Survey ranked PwC as the number one ideal employer in our profession for the last seven years, Training Magazine just ranked PwC as the number one organization of the top 125 that provide strong learning programs for staff (Jan 2008). The focus of the role is to provide transportation industry (transit or highways) expertise in support of various projects in the areas of financial management, grants management and/or program management. Line of Service: Advisory Education Required: Bachelors Degree; PMP Certification Preferred; MBA a plus Years Experience Required: 7-12 Industry: Public Services Office: McLean VA; Washington DC Job Requirements: 6 - 10+ years experience working in the federal government transit or highway industries. Technical experience in federal financial management, grants management and/or program management Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to research and write concise technical and analytical reports. Ability to conduct analysis and produce quick turnaround or special responses to inquiries on a diverse range of transportation-related questions and issues. Demonstrated client management skills, with proven ability to present well both verbally and in writing Ability to creatively problem-solve and possess and consulting mindset. Experience assisting with proposal development is desirable Security Requirements: In addition to meeting PwC eligibility requirements, applicants will be required to be eligible for government security clearance. Relocation Information: No Job Code: ADVISORY-SI-MS-095306

Job Title: OPERATIONS/TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR Company: East China Schools Location: East China, MI Description: OPERATIONS/TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISORExperience required. 20-25 hours a week. East China Schools Register to View

Job Title: Operations Manager - Transportation Company: AppleOne Location: Grand Prairie, TX Description: Job Description:This operations manager Position Features: [] [] [] Great Pay to $70KOur client, a company in Grand Prairie, TX, is currently looking for an experienced Operations Manager with LTL experience. We are looking for someone who is an out of the box thinker, well Organized. Well versed in this type operation. Someone with the ability to Follow through and who is very dedicated to the company they are working for. To apply candidates must have:LTL Trucking/Transportation experience (As an Operations Manager)Experience with owner operators both recruiting and dispatchingMust have good knowledge of equipment (trailers, doubles, etc) to coordinate with repair peopleGood management skills (will manage at least 40 drivers)Sales skills (once the operation is on auto pilot, we need to develop more business in the area to support the operations)Knowledge of budgets and operating costsSelf managed and good people sillsCollege degree preferredKnowledge of DOT safety regulationsKnowledge of walk around inspectionsWell organizedPaperwork oriented (does not need clerk to do all his work)24hr on call for emergencies and repairs You can view all of our jobs online at http://www.appleone.com/?sc=11&id=497470 Job Experience:LTL Trucking/Transportation experience (As an Operations Manager)Experience with owner operators both recruiting and dispatchingMust have good knowledge of equipment (trailers, doubles, etc) to coordinate with repair people