Transportation Manager - MB
- Full-Time
- North Little Rock, AR
- Martin Brower
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
About Martin Brower
Martin Brower is dedicated to being the leading Supply Chain Solutions provider for restaurant chains around the world, creating an outstanding work environment for our employees and delivering unmatched value for our customers while protecting their brands. Martin Brower is part of the Reyes Holdings family of businesses which is one of the largest privately held companies in the U.S.
Martin Brower has been in business for over 60 years and has grown to a multi-billion dollar company. We are a world class team of 9,000 employees located in 19 countries.
Our values drive our culture of People First, which is focused on the safety and wellness of our people and we work diligently every day to support this core value.
We set the highest standards of honesty and integrity and pride ourselves in being a true partner with our customers, suppliers and our communities protecting their brands every step of the way.
Our company could not exist without strong communities. We do our part in making them stronger and believe it is important to provide opportunities for those looking to challenge themselves and serve as ambassadors in their communities.
Imagine a workplace where strong leaders empower a culture where employees strive to deliver unmatched performance, innovation, and engagement.
Position Summary:
Execute the daily transportation operations of a multi-temperature, technology-driven warehouse with a focus on safety and efficiency.
People or Process Responsibility: Yes.
Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Ensure a safe working environment for all employees
Execute company processes successfully to ensure 100% compliance
Ensure annual performance goals are met or exceeded, including on-time dispatches, off-load rate, labor cost and product loss and damage
Participate in the development of budgets
Develop and implement the daily operating plan to include equipment maintenance and driver work schedules to meet or exceed our customers’ delivery needs
Foster a work environment that maximized employee involvement, morale and engagement
Provide development to supervisory, lead and driver staff
Maintain and monitor food safety activities in compliance with company and customer standards
Ensure compliance with company, state, federal and local policies, regulations, DOT requirements and safety/health standards
Provide oversight to route planning and bid package development
Promptly solve problems to the maximum satisfaction of our customer(s)
Participate in, contribute to and potentially lead various committees, such as quality and safety
Partner with Human Resources to ensure appropriate staffing levels throughout the year and any employee concerns are promptly and appropriately addressed
Travel for annual meetings or other Distribution Centers as needed
Be a champion of change
Other projects or duties as assigned
Required Skills and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of related leadership experience
Self-motivated and disciplined team player
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to creatively solve problems in a fast-paced environment
Sound organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize and multi-task to ensure deadlines are met with an accurate work product
Exhibit a sense of urgency and focus on results
Demonstrated business and financial acumen
Professional self-presentation
Demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs, think proactively and respond appropriately
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite with intermediate Excel skills
Demonstrated proficiency with supply chain information systems, such as XATA, Paragon and JD Edwards
Willing to work any shift and any schedule due to our 24/7 environment
Must pass post-offer background check and drug test.
Preferred Experience:
College Degree preferred
Food distribution experience a plus
Behavioral Competencies: (Leadership – Supervisors and Managers)
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
Manages people, processes, and resources to meet the strategic priorities
Executes on plans to drive business outcomes
Seeks to understand the changing needs of the industry
Manages finances to ensure limited resources are used wisely
- Developing Self & Others
Identifies, develops, and retains talent
Delegates authority as appropriate
Identifies and acts to address performance gaps and to reward contributions
Maintains a culture of inclusion so everyone can succeed
Provides ongoing feedback and coaching
Prepares future leaders for success through development
- Leading Change
Seeks opportunities for and delivers continuous improvement
Continuously improves safety and wellness
Communicates about changes to ensure buy-in to the change
Explains the reasons for change and communicates the change plan
Executes changes effectively, following clear plans and processes
- Communicating Effectively
Keeps people informed about business results and progress
Provides clear, consistent, timely, respectful communications
Is approachable and visible
Demonstrates organization’s values and an environment of openness and inclusion
Develops relationships built on trust and open communication
Contributes to and encourages an open exchange of ideas and opinions
- Driving Results
Acts in accordance with the organization’s mission, vision, and values
Holds self and others accountable and pursues excellence
Eliminates barriers to success
Sets challenging goals to continuously elevate performance
Achieves results while upholding ethics, integrity, compliance and company values
Focuses on the critical priorities including safety and wellbeing
Benefits:
Martin-Brower knows our employees work hard, so we offer competitive wages and a generous benefits package that contributes a significant amount to your total compensation and your personal well-being.
Additionally, there are many opportunities for you to distinguish yourself and move up in our stable company through excellent work performance.
Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Legal services
Flexible spending accounts
Met Law Legal Services
Consumer Medical
Paid Time Off
Other Supplemental Benefits
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.