Distribution Center Transportation Manager

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers' complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Ferguson is currently seeking a Transportation Manager to join our Chandler, AZ distribution center team!

Responsibilities:

• Oversees a Dispatch Manager, Lead, Clerk, and 10+ drivers

• Perform the daily dispatch duties necessary to mobilize a fleet of delivery associates for the day of deliveries

• Lead daily dispatch including the assignment of delivery trucks, load-out, monitoring of assigned routes, drivers, vans, and return to station activities

• Assist drivers with problems/issues as they arise (before, during, and end of routes)

• Maintain entry and accuracy of data related to company scheduling, inventory and warehouse management software and payroll systems

• Perform all duties of a Delivery Associate in an emergency need, including route emergency support

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with partners both in corporate and the field, as well as 3rd party partners (3PL)

• Manage the daily performance of delivery associates against the organizational delivery metrics to ensure efficient and successful deliveries

• Mentor delivery associates on performance improvement through a variety of organizational tools

• Responsible for interviewing, selecting, and on-boarding of delivery associates in partnership with Human Resources

• Ensures all delivery associate records are up to date

• Responsible for preventative maintenance scheduling, recall/repair scheduling, accident intake, inspections for damage and cleanliness

In coordination with the corporate Fleet Manager this role will be involved in:

• Carrying out strategies, policies, metrics, processes, and practices that support cost/service and continuous improvements

• Supervising and analyzing fleet metrics to meet or exceed service performance measurements

• Understanding and tracking total cost of ownership (TCO), to determine what vehicles are performing as predicted and what are not, for purposes of vehicle selection

Qualifications:

• 5+ years' experience in Transportation, Logistics, and Customer Service.

• Prior Project Management experience is preferred.

• Compliance management experience: FMCSA, DOT, IRP, IFTA, CARB, 2290

• Demonstrated Change Management experience

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written as well as practice active listening skills.

• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

• Pay Range:
• $6,300.00 - $11,839.30
• Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
• This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
• Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
• The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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