Lead Delivery Driver- Closing/Router

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Operations team in the administration of daily outbound shipments, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency in all duties. Responsibilities include supervising drivers, assisting in route management, and addressing delivery challenges to maintain a high level of customer service. This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity and supporting the NoCo Driver team with routing Driver schedules, processing duties to close the facility, and in day-to-day tasks.  This position is also an active Delivery Driver.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Director in overseeing the work and productivity of drivers.
• Ensure drivers are appropriately trained in their job duties, safety protocols, and legal responsibilities.
• Schedule and assign drivers to delivery routes.
• Create efficient delivery routes for drivers.
• Support the investigation of accidents, maintain accident records, and help identify preventive measures.
• Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of driver files.
• Gather and manage all paperwork required for deliveries.
• Monitor compliance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations, state laws, and other regulations.
• Maintain communication channels to encourage upward feedback and promote a positive work environment.
• Assist in conducting safety meetings.
• Act as point of contact for troubleshooting delivery-related issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Provide input on driver performance.
• Serve as a backup for other Lead Drivers during periods of absence or as needed.
• Check drivers in when returning from routes, reconcile payments and load sheets, close facility.
• Responsible for running own route as requested or assigned.
• Other duties as requested or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

• Must be 18 or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years Transportation or Delivery experience
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have a clean driving record
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Outstanding Verbal & Written Communication Skills
• Ability to multi-task with minimal errors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and within necessary time constraints
• Must be a team player and work well under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Ability to operate various tools and equipment necessary for the position

PREFERRED

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in the Transportation field
• Previous food service or distribution experience
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee will perform work in these areas:

• Warehouse dock
• On the road
• At customer locations

The noise level in these areas is normally moderate.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Tryon Distributing is North Carolina’s premier wholesale distributor of domestic and import wines and beers. With headquarters in Charlotte, NC, Tryon Distributing services the entire state of North Carolina and is committed to delivering premium quality alcoholic beverages to a growing customer base.

COMPANY BENEFITS AND PERKS:

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Tryon to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours, and family-friendly benefits to all our employees.

• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Legal, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employer Paid Insurance
  • Life, Long Term Disability, AD&D
• Health Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Time-Off
• Paid Time-Off
• 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Employee Purchase Program

We are serious about our commitment to diversity and inclusion which is why Tryon prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.