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Company Overview

Out of our purpose to "deliver competitive advantage to each of our client's supply chains," UTi has become a broad-based, information-focused company offering a wide range of global integrated logistics to a customer base that stretches worldwide.

Today, major regional and international companies receive enhanced warehousing; transportation services that include air, ocean and ground; manufacturing support; freight forwarding; customs brokerage; contract logistics and a host of other services. In addition, customers can utilize enhanced transportation and supply chain planning and optimization tools via our eMpower software.

The benefit for logistics managers is twofold: one, we can develop a program for you using one or more of our standardized services such as freight forwarding or contract logistics; or two, we can put together a totally integrated solution customized to your specific requirements. Whichever you select, UTi will maximize value along your supply chain with high quality, cost effective, time-definite delivery from end to end.

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Job Description

Challenging Career Opportunity to join our expanding operations in the Edwardsville, IL area!  Come join our growing global team of logistics professionals!

 

JOB SUMMARY

  

The Transportation Manager is responsible for leading a team of Class A Drivers, Driver Managers, a Safety/Compliance Manager, a Plant Liaison Manager, and Driver Supervisors.  the Transportation Manager also is responsible for dispatching and support help for a $10 million account that operates (24/7) client distribution centers and plant operations.  The Transportation Manager will be responsible for the overall direction of the department including recruiting, hiring, training, corrective actions, and associate evaluations for a staff of 60+.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  

  • Hands-on daily operations of the Transportation Department.  Routing, labor planning and scheduling ability to develop transportation strategies, strong analytical and problem solving skills, possesses the ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
  • Lead and communicate goals; team objectives and priorities.
  • Measure and analyze key performance indicators; on-time moves tracking, driver errors and safety/damage controls.
  • Team member selection, hiring and training; reviews and retention of team members. Safety training.
  • Fleet and equipment maintenance; tracking against budget.
  • P&L/Budget control to include all departmental expenses (labor, equipment rental & repair, fuel and outside shipping costs)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Advanced leadership skills.
  • The ability to manage and react to day-to-day operational requirements in a professional and timely manner.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills along with the ability to provide clear and concise details regarding cause and effect, both verbally and written.


Job Requirements

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  • Minimum of 5 years experience with proficiency in Transportation and Fleet Management.
  • Strong working knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.
  • Proven Track record of experience and successes that demonstrate the ability to manage a Transportation Department and achieve results through others.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 10 years experience in a management role within a distribution environment.
  • A combination of education and extensive experience may be acceptable in lieu of a degree.

 

 

**Offers of employment contingent upon passing mandatory background check and drug screen**

 

UTi is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer!

 

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