Overview

Responsible for leading and directing all logistics functions in the transportation department moderate volume, scope, and complexity.  This role also in charge of the complete delivery fleet’s maintenance program and must ensure all logistics associates meet DOT and CMV criteria

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure all transportation management and employees understand and operate within the organizational, operational, safety, and service policies and procedures
• Manage and develop a supervisory team who is responsible for directing all transportation activities and managing logistics associates
• Budgeting responsibilities for the Transportation Department
• Collaborating with the State Leaderhsip- Commerical and Operations on go to market delivery  strategies
• Ensure all logistics associates have all required Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications
• Ensure all accidents are handled and reported, according to company policy
• Coach, train, direct, and counsel logistics managers and supervisors on overall performance
• Resolve logistics associate discrepancy issues

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Proficient with all Technology platforms in Transportation
• Ensure compliance with Company and Commercial Vehicles registration and plates
• Ensure monthly safety training/meetings per SGWS Safety Policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 5 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and ability to obtain and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with State laws
• Strong knowledge of DOT rules and regulations

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods
• Must be able to frequently lift/lower, push, carry, or pull 50lbs

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.