Overview:

The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for the oversight of daily operations, compliance, assessment, training and development of commercial drivers and routing for Baldor Boston. This role maintains and administers Company Contracts with clients & vendors and proactive Safety program to ensure compliance with State, Federal and DOT mandates and reduce accidents and injuries within the operation of our commercial fleet. The Transportation senior manager heightens safety awareness within the department, maintains employee morale, and executes continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the successful delivery of Baldor’s goods and services to clients
• Responsible to maintain a fully functioning fleet
• Oversee DOT Compliance and Reporting as it relates to the Fleet and Drivers
• Manages full umbrella of transportation team including routing and dispatch.
• Ability to manage team members at cross dock locations
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships as it pertains to transportation
• Have a working knowledge of Ortec Routing Software.
• Implement vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance programs to ensure that all equipment across the department is being maintained and in full compliance
• Use expertise and good judgment to plan and implement strategy
• Maintain and enforce all Baldor policies and procedures
• Oversee the employee relations and personnel administration of 100+ Commercial Drivers
• Coordinate driver road tests and random dug tests of existing drivers
• Provide continuing education, training and evaluation of drivers and staff
• Process accident reports and conducts root cause analysis reporting as needed

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain
• 5+ years of experience with Food industry required.
• Minimum of 7 years in transportation management, logistics and distribution
• Have a strong understanding and comprehension of all industry specific business functions.
• GPS Tracking and Transportation system experience
• Must be Fluent with DOT Regulations, interstate laws, driver hour requirements, IFTA and HUD tax regulations.
• English and Spanish proficient required.
• Have an understanding and familiarity with Ortec Routing Software