Job Information
Base Salary: Competitive Bonus: Benefits: Other Compensation:
Skills and Experience
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Basic Job Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years experience managing front-line employees
Knowledge of DOT regulations
Transportation experience dealing with legal, regulatory and operational issues, including customer service, logistics and carrier operations
Previous supervisory experience
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Bachelors degree
Experience working a flexible schedule including early mornings, late night and/or weekends
Class A, CDL certified
Job Description
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General Summary:
This position contributes to thesuccess of the Pepsi Beverages Company by supervising a team of transport drivers to deliver product to PBC distribution centers in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
Major Tasks, Key Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:
Provide local interface and direction for dedicated carrier on issues and improvement projects
Assume ownership for financial forecasts and analysis related to the transportation cost center
Provide support to Market Unit facilities on transportation matters including, but not limited to: Identification and achievement of assigned productivity/cost improvement targets; resource requirements planning; wait time reduction
Assist in the development and implementation of inbound transportation programs that provide for continuous improvement Develop effective relationships with internal customers (i.e. sales, logist ics, plant, satellite warehouses etc.)
Provide location assistance for proper utilization of transportation tools such as rate and route guides
Resolve outstanding freight bills
Maintain equipment appearance and safety standards: instruct and train all company assigned to transport department in proper safety procedures and regulations; direct employees in identifying and correcting any unsafe conditions; eliminate avoidable accidents and improve department's performance
