The posting
Job Summary
Our fast-growing company is seeking a highly skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee our drivers, trucks, and warehouses. As the Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for establishing standardized processes and optimizing day-to-day operations to ensure productivity, safety, and a high degree of service to our customers. Additionally, you will manage performance metrics to evaluate driver efficiency, safety, and service, and provide leadership and direction to the supply chain team. If you are a talented and experienced leader with a passion for operations, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Management:
Manage protocols for creating truck routes to ensure cost-effectiveness, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure that goods are delivered on time, ensuring retail stores have a consistent supply of product.
Manage the budget for assigned locations, including vehicle maintenance and repair costs, fuel expenses, and employee salaries and benefits.
Supports the company's strategic goals of expanding into new supply markets.
Plays a key role in the successful launch and ongoing management of a new donation center team.
Oversee driver and fleet technology to optimize usage and ensure the company is achieving maximum value from all tools, resulting in improved efficiency, productivity, and cost savings.
Driver Management:
Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of drivers, ensuring that they are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to operate safely and efficiently.
Manage performance metrics and tools to evaluate driver efficiency, safety, and service.
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations for the company fleet.
Train and manage Driver Managers & Head Drivers to manage drivers and fleet vehicles in accordance with company guidelines and policies.
Fleet Management:
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures for the management of the company fleet, including vehicle maintenance and repair, driver safety training, and fuel management.
Implement cost-effective programs for fueling, tolls, and permitting for the company fleet.
Ensure compliance of safety programs and training sessions for all drivers. Ultimately improving safety performance and driving down accident and insurance rates.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or associate degree from an accredited college or university in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (a plus).
Have 10+ years of management experience in driver management, fleet management and logistics.
Experience in last mile or direct to consumer trucking operation.
Demonstrate strong exposure to process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, LEAN, etc.
Exhibit excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Display excellent communication, management, coaching, and organization skills.
Be self-directed, with the ability to communicate findings, make recommendations, and facilitate change.
Be comfortable working with individuals at all organizational levels.
Possess project management skills.
Exhibit a willingness to take on new challenges and additional responsibilities.
Demonstrate accountability and ownership, initiative, and leadership skills.
Show proven written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present solutions clearly and effectively.
Physical Requirements
Computer Work: The primary responsibilities of this role involve working on a computer and performing tasks that require prolonged periods of sitting, typing, and using a computer monitor.
Travel: Up to 50% travel to various Company locations will be required. Travel may involve activities such as driving, conducting on-site visits, and/or attending meetings.
Mobility: The ability to move around during on-site visits or travel is necessary. This may include standing, walking, and occasional lifting or carrying of equipment or materials.
Visual and Auditory: The role may require the use of visual and auditory senses to interact with computer screens, documents, and to communicate during meetings, both in person and remotely.
Communication: Effective verbal and written communication is essential, both in remote interactions and during on-site visits.
Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers for tasks such as typing, writing, and handling office equipment are necessary.
Safety: Adherence to safety guidelines and protocols when visiting physical locations is required.
Environment: The role may require working in various environments, including office settings for remote work and on-site visits to Company locations. These environments may encompass both indoor and outdoor spaces, with the possibility of exposure to different weather conditions and physical surroundings. Adaptability to different working conditions is essential.
Language Requirements
Employees are not required to communicate exclusively in English within the workplace. However, the nature of the position may entail interactions with colleagues who primarily use English. In such instances, a fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English, is necessary.
Scheduling Requirements
Supply Chain Managers are typically scheduled to work Monday - Friday.
M&M Management is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities.
