Transportation Manager
Company: Bimbo Bakeries USA
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Transportation Managerreq37854Employment Type:
RegularLocation: DENVER,COHave you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry
or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps
snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If
the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!More than
20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales
routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at
every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide
a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity,
promotes development and allows our associates to be their
authentic selves.#LI-MI1Position Summary:
The Manager Transportation (MT) will use their asset-based
transportation experience to improve asset utilization and reduce
costs across the facilities within the assigned market. The MT is
responsible for the overall cost and performance of the
transportation network. This person will be an integral part of the
leadership team and be tasked with delivering transportation
savings while improving the performance of the network. The MT will
work with the bakeries and distribution centers (DCs) across the
market to oversee and lead the transportation strategy that
includes (but is not limited to): fleet sizing; route analysis and
recommendations; safety programs and KPI/metric implementation. In
addition to working with the business unit operations leadership,
the MT will work with the Senior Manager of Transportation, as well
as, corporate transportation organization to develop and implement
projects that improve performance. Key Job Responsibilities:
Works to ensure active Safety processes are in place and ensures
investigation of any transportation incidents / accidents.
Monitors all transport operation to be sure that all Bimbo Bakeries
USA drivers and deliveries are safe, efficient and reliable and the
customer is receiving BBU's excellence in customer satisfaction
Responsible for the overall cost and operational performance of the
transportation fleet; ensures proper equipment is utilized,
schedules are correctly implemented, and proper common carriers are
used.
Leads cost savings programs, productivity improvement projects and
process improvement programs, lowest landed cost, Zero Based
Budgeting (ZBB).
Helps bakeries and DCs maintain transportation-related
documentation such as vehicle inspection check-sheets, driver logs,
and Proof of Delivery documentation in accordance with Company
procedures.
Monitors fuel program purchases and implements programs to reduce
idling and improve MPG.
Works with Shipping and DC Team to develop cost effective driver
routes and establishes delivery time standards for routes.
Assists in screening and hiring transportation teammates (drivers
and driver forepersons)
Complies with all Department of Transportation (DOT), reviews CSA
(Compliance, Safety & Accountability) scores for accuracy and
trending, governmental and company regulations, policies, and
standards pertaining to fleet safety compliance; ensures hazmat and
other relevant DOT training is up to date.
Ability to work as an individual contributor as well as part of a
team.
Ability to complete meaningful analysis of the transportation
network and to effectively communicate this analysis to management
and executives.
Ability to motivate and direct the work of teammates at multiple
facilities in the designated region.
Monitors the bakery and DC freight claims process to ensure refunds
are processed for the region.
Performs additional duties as directed. Key Behavioral
Competencies:
Ability to communicate with all levels across the organization:
executives, management, drivers and warehouse teammates
Strong interpersonal skills and verbal communication
Founders Mentality
Responsible for ensuring and maintaining a safe environment through
compliance of all Company, Local, State and Federal mandates or
programs.
Create a Continuous Improvement environment by improving products,
service and processes with the objective to reduce waste while
striving for efficiency and profitabilityEducation and Work
History:
Bachelor's Degree required in transportation, supply chain or
logistics and/or Bachelor's Degree in management related field. A
combination of education, training and experience that results in
demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
From three to five years of experience in transportation
A combination of education, training and experience that results in
demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
Previous supervisory/management experience in a transportation
environment and working in a union environment is preferred
Previous experience in managing multiple sites providing both
in-bound and out-bound services
Experience with E-logs, DriveCam, dynamic routing tools,
Transportation Management System (TMS) is a plus
Planning and organizational skills; basic proficiency in MS Office
and a TMS
Demonstrated ability to effect cost reductions and/or improvements
to asset-based transportation network across multiple
facilities
Salary Range: $76,100 - $98,900
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Paid Time Off
401k & Company MatchThe physical and mental demands described in
each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an
associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each
job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
each job.Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a
policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants
and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including
pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national
origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status,
veteran status, any other classification protected by law.
Keywords: Bimbo Bakeries USA, Aurora , Transportation Manager, Professions , Denver, Colorado
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