Road Transportation Manager
Company Name:
Tenacious Staffing
Our client, a building materials company, is in need of a talented and motivated
Road Transportation Manager
to join their team ASAP!
You will be responsible for determining best practices and integrating the Aggregate Industries US (AIUS) trucking activities for cement. Once best practice has been defined and implemented, the position will manage all aspects of the AIUS trucking activities for cement and aggregates. The Road Transportation Manager will have overall responsibility for contracts with service providers as well as manage their performance.
Primary responsibilities
:
Define and facilitate implementation of consistent best practices for aggregate logistics and distribution processes, systems and tools
Identify synergies in logistics between all product lines and implement action plans for achievement
Negotiate together with Procurement and local management on all road freight contracts and agreements
Develop strategic alliances with our road service providers where appropriate
Partner with the Safety team to ensure vendors comply with relevant safety requirements
Develop, implement and oversee a certification program for logistics suppliers
Issue logistics monthly business reports including key performance indicators (KPI's)
Maintain awareness of all industry developments via key trade associations, government contacts, journals, seminars, conferences
Benchmark performance versus key competitors
Develop a team to manage all aspects of aggregate road transportation services
Provide a mechanism for rapid conflict solution
Establish a process that will provide wide access to road transportation rates and the quick development of freight rates for potential logistics networks and studies
Maintain close coordination and communication with regional management, terminals, procurement and customers
Other duties as assigned.
For the first year this position will have at least 50% travel, after the first year this will be reduced to 25% - 30%.
This position reports to the Director, Supply Chain Mgmt & Logistics.
Health and Safety Responsibilities
o Implements OH&S Mission: Ensures alignment of OH&S activities arising from OpCo OH&S mission
o Ensures adequate OH&S organization: Ensures relevant actions are taken so that OH&S requirements are met
o Identifies Hazards & Control Risks: Actively manages risks by ensuring that all related control activities are implemented thoroughly
o Manages Incidents: Drives committed and effective incident management
MUST HAVE:
o Road transportation experience (trucking)
o 3-5 years logistics experience
o Minimum 1-3 experience in leadership positions/supervisory experience
o Bachelor's degree
o Excellent negotiation, communication and analytical skills
PREFERRED:
o Dump or pneumatic bulk tankers experience
A PLUS:
o SAP efficiency
OTHER SKILLS &
Experience:
Excellent management skills, both of self and others
Excellent decision making and problem solving skills
Good business and financial acumen
Good coaching skills; able to effectively delegate responsibility
Ability to adapt to change while maintaining customer focus
Ability to interact with and gain commitment from all levels of the organization
Ability to build and develop successful teams
Proficient in Computer skills
Full time position
Salary: $80,000 to $120,000
Bonus: $15,000 to $25,000
Benefits: Yes
Relocation package is provided
US Citizen/Permanent Resident
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
Apply Now: http://app.betterinterviews.com/careers/TenaciousStaffing/vacancies/1377?board=Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Tenacious Staffing
Our client, a building materials company, is in need of a talented and motivated
Road Transportation Manager
to join their team ASAP!
You will be responsible for determining best practices and integrating the Aggregate Industries US (AIUS) trucking activities for cement. Once best practice has been defined and implemented, the position will manage all aspects of the AIUS trucking activities for cement and aggregates. The Road Transportation Manager will have overall responsibility for contracts with service providers as well as manage their performance.
Primary responsibilities
:
Define and facilitate implementation of consistent best practices for aggregate logistics and distribution processes, systems and tools
Identify synergies in logistics between all product lines and implement action plans for achievement
Negotiate together with Procurement and local management on all road freight contracts and agreements
Develop strategic alliances with our road service providers where appropriate
Partner with the Safety team to ensure vendors comply with relevant safety requirements
Develop, implement and oversee a certification program for logistics suppliers
Issue logistics monthly business reports including key performance indicators (KPI's)
Maintain awareness of all industry developments via key trade associations, government contacts, journals, seminars, conferences
Benchmark performance versus key competitors
Develop a team to manage all aspects of aggregate road transportation services
Provide a mechanism for rapid conflict solution
Establish a process that will provide wide access to road transportation rates and the quick development of freight rates for potential logistics networks and studies
Maintain close coordination and communication with regional management, terminals, procurement and customers
Other duties as assigned.
For the first year this position will have at least 50% travel, after the first year this will be reduced to 25% - 30%.
This position reports to the Director, Supply Chain Mgmt & Logistics.
Health and Safety Responsibilities
o Implements OH&S Mission: Ensures alignment of OH&S activities arising from OpCo OH&S mission
o Ensures adequate OH&S organization: Ensures relevant actions are taken so that OH&S requirements are met
o Identifies Hazards & Control Risks: Actively manages risks by ensuring that all related control activities are implemented thoroughly
o Manages Incidents: Drives committed and effective incident management
MUST HAVE:
o Road transportation experience (trucking)
o 3-5 years logistics experience
o Minimum 1-3 experience in leadership positions/supervisory experience
o Bachelor's degree
o Excellent negotiation, communication and analytical skills
PREFERRED:
o Dump or pneumatic bulk tankers experience
A PLUS:
o SAP efficiency
OTHER SKILLS &
Experience:
Excellent management skills, both of self and others
Excellent decision making and problem solving skills
Good business and financial acumen
Good coaching skills; able to effectively delegate responsibility
Ability to adapt to change while maintaining customer focus
Ability to interact with and gain commitment from all levels of the organization
Ability to build and develop successful teams
Proficient in Computer skills
Full time position
Salary: $80,000 to $120,000
Bonus: $15,000 to $25,000
Benefits: Yes
Relocation package is provided
US Citizen/Permanent Resident
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
Apply Now: http://app.betterinterviews.com/careers/TenaciousStaffing/vacancies/1377?board=Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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