What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Operations Manager - Package Delivery position at SPEEDBOX LLC?
Speedbox LLC is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee Package Delivery Operations, Fleet Maintenance , and Employee Training as part of our locally-owned last-mile transportation and logistics company. Our company launched in 2020 and has grown to over 150 employees based in Colorado. At Speedbox LLC, we believe that every package delivery route can be operated safely with zero accidents, injuries, or property damage. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to building a safety culture that makes Safe Choices, empowers Strong Voices, and where Nothing Is Left To Chance. Every member of the Speedbox Squad plays an important role in bringing this vision to life. To become the safest package delivery contractor in the country, we need leaders that put a great deal of care into each our delivery team members to ensure they make smart decisions at every stop and turn to mitigate risk for themselves and other community members. The ideal Transportation Manager is an innovator and a pioneer who is not afraid to try new things while taking ownership for 1) leading a team of 30 - 40 package delivery drivers, 2) driving our occupational safety & DOT compliance program, 3) ensuring our fleet is maintained and efficiently utilized, and 4) delivering solutions that enable us to achieve safety, customer experience, and productivity goals.
What Will You Be Doing?
In this role, you will lead a team of 30 - 40 package delivery drivers while coordinating transportation activities and processes to ensure our team safely delivers every package with exceptional customer service during each shift. The Transportation Manager is responsible for developing and operating cost-effective package delivery operations which keeps employees & the community safe, exceeds customer expectations, and ensures on-time delivery to addresses across Colorado. This position will provide strategic vision, leadership and oversight to key initiatives and teams, assist in definition of required outcomes and milestones, set performance targets and monitor performance relative to targets, and ensure delivery of needed results. Key activities include :
- Assigning drivers / vehicles to delivery routes, monitoring the progress of routes throughout the shift, and coordinating our response to irregular operations such as vehicle breakdowns.
- Holding 30-40 direct reports accountable to the highest standards, setting clear goals and expectations while providing regular feedback, mentorship, and training. Effectively counsel and manage employees on safety, attendance, performance, and / or misconduct.
- Taking responsibility for minimizing delivery costs and increasing driver productivity, such as by directing employees on proper procedures for vehicle loading and route navigation.
- Communicating with fleet maintenance vendors to schedule vehicles for preventative maintenance and to ensure timely completion of repairs.
- Supporting the company in identifying the root cause of underperformance in safety / quality / productivity goals, in contributing to measure them, in driving action plans, and in implementing corrective actions.
- Being a hands-on leader that is excited to get involved with all facets of our business, including delivery operations, fleet management, occupational safety, human resources, and expansion opportunities.
- Recruiting, onboarding, training, and scheduling new employees to maintain reliable service year-round.
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and municipal regulations along with client rules regarding employee safety, DOT operations, and training requirements.
- Partnering with external clients to better support their business needs.
- Leading from the front when necessary and doing whatever it takes to ensure operational success.
- Helping to create a fun, safe, and rewarding work environment for all team members.
Perks and Compensation
Work Locations
This position will be based at one of our delivery stations in Broomfield, CO (near I-25 and Highway 7) or Aurora, CO (near I-70 and Tower Road) depending on your location preferences.
Typical Work Schedule
The Transportation Manager will work 4 days a week, 10 - 12 hours per day, starting at 08 : 45 AM in Aurora or 09 : 45 AM in Broomfield. We're hiring for leaders available to work a Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat schedule.
Requirements
In principle and practice, we are powered by the unique backgrounds, skills, and ideas that our team members contribute every day. Speedbox LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Salary : $65,000 - $70,200
