What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Manager - Transport Division position at Tiger Fuel Company?
Description
Tiger Fuel is searching for an energetic individual to join our Transport team as Operations Manager. It's a great opportunity to be a part of a strong locally owned and operated company. In this role you’ll be exposed to fuel operations, finance, customer service, and contribute to the safe, profitable, and efficient distribution of a number of fuel and petroleum products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Supervise and support a team of fuel transport drivers, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
· Serve as a liaison between customers and drivers ensuring effective communication and providing excellent customer service
· Manage the productivity and performance of a team of drivers, their equipment and deliveries
· Utilize specialized software programs to monitor and direct drivers and equipment, to access and enter financial information including payroll, and to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies
· Communicate daily with the operations team to maximize efficiency
· Perform timely administrative activities associated with the effective management of transport operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving data for reports and driver payroll.
· Handle driver concerns, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed
· Enforce adherence to safety protocols and company policies
· Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatch staff and customers regarding schedules, challenges, and updates.
· Maintain and monitor compliance with company operational standards as well as DOT, FMCSA and other regulatory compliance for drivers
· Promote the “Tiger Way” and our cycle of success by building high quality relationships with employees, customers and outside vendors
· Perform regular truck inspections to ensure safe operation and a clean appearance.
· Be available to rotate on call responsibilities to support drivers and dispatchers.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
High school diploma, or equivalent with advanced Degree in business administration or logistics preferred (or similar experience equivalent)
· Displays an awesome, “Can-Do” attitude, passionate about providing “Tiger Way” customer service support
· Ability to work independently and as a part of a larger team
· Possesses outstanding communication skills – verbal and written
· Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience, preferably in fuel transportation, logistics or fleet management.
· An adaptive personality: you'll be working with a variety of customers, as well as with our drivers, and dispatchers.
· Proficiency in dispatch software, fleet management tools, and Microsoft Office
· Ability to make real-time decisions to resolve scheduling or operational challenges.
· Safety-First Mindset: Commitment to upholding safety and compliance standards
Salary : $64,000 - $66,000