Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest.
Job Summary
The Senior Operations Manager will oversee and coordinate the operations of three to five branch locations.
Hours and Wages
Exempt salary position
Starting wage: $83,000-$93,000 per year, based on relevant years of experience, education, certifications, and comparison to other employees already in this role
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee and ensure all regional operations are completed
Prepare, manage, and track regional reports
Enforce safety, DOT, and company policies
Review and analyze expenditures and other financial information and provide cost-saving recommendations
Develop and implement goals and objectives for the region
Implement safety audits and train staff members on safety issues
Ensure that customer difficulties or problems are investigated and resolved
Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
Address and de-escalate all operational concerns
Actively participate in hiring and community outreach events in the region
Facilitate monthly leadership meetings
Hire, train, discipline, and onboard new staff
Extensive travel is required
Perform other required duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
Excellent management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to influence, develop and maintain good working relationships across a variety of functional areas and customers
Strong organizational and project management skills, including meeting deadlines and achieving results
Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, local and company safety policies
Demonstrate sound judgment and decision making considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions; critical thinking logic and reasoning to identify solutions
Proficient with computer-based management systems and Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Education and Experience
At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Operations Management or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferred
Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license OR successfully complete Company paid CDL training program
Physical Requirements
Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals
Benefits
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.
EEO and Affirmative Action Statement
Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.