Transportation Manager Location: Medley, FL, United States Date Posted: Aug 27, 2024 Brand: Tropic Oil Hiring Brand Description Tropic Oil is a registered trademark of Valero Energy Inc., used under license by Parkland Corporation. Parkland is a leading international fuel supplier, convenience store operator, and community enabler, serving diverse customers across 26 countries. Brief Description The Transportation Manager coordinates and supervises the overall operations, activities and drivers within direct area of responsibility. Performs duties of Dispatcher as needed. Apply Now Description Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value. * Medical with a great wellness program that includes HSA, Dental, Vision, Company paid life insurance, LTD, STD; * 401k with generous company match * Paid time off; * Parental Leave * Tuition Reimbursement * Great working environment! The Opportunity: The Transportation Manager coordinates and supervises the overall operations, activities and drivers within direct area of responsibility. Performs duties of Dispatcher as needed. Responsibilities: * Provides supervision and oversight to direct reports (drivers) within direct area of responsibility. * Working in conjunction with the Branch Manager and the Human Resources Department, actively participates in the applicant hiring and termination process. Interviews and screens applicants to identify qualified candidates, appropriately explains job content and performance expectations to applicants, and provides hiring and termination recommendations. * Maintains a viable relationship with truck drivers and customers to ensure needs are met at all times. * Develops and assists in the evaluation of driver routes; performing and updates scheduling, maps utmost efficient and timely routes. * Provides training and supervision of all truck drivers on all routes and provides support to Branch Manager. Promptly reports any staff issues or concerns to Branch Manager for follow-up and resolution. * Coordinates with the Fleet Manager and ensures all trucks are routinely serviced, registered, and inspected and that all decals are maintained, as required. Ensures that truck logs and gas receipts are submitted on a daily basis. Maintains equipment records and employee files * Conforms to expected time tables and communicates any changes in schedule, operational difficulties, etc., to Branch Manager * Ensures the maintenance and cleanliness of trucks in accordance with established health and safety checklists. Establishes and monitors system of vehicle safety checks. * Responsible for developing a culture of safety among all direct reports by serving as a role model of professionalism, appearance, confidentiality, courtesy, conduct, honesty, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for the fundamental rights, dignity and privacy of others * Responsible for immediately reporting and overseeing the clean-up and restoration of all spills, mix, accidents as required by company policy and government rules and regulations. Implements crisis intervention techniques as needed. * Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by operational needs. * Ensure that confidentiality of data collected and stored are maintained. * Employee must demonstrate safe work and risk management practices. Communicate and enforce all safety and security issues. Report and process all employee and/or customer incidents or unsafe acts in accordance with Parkland USA's policy and procedure. * Ensures that confidentiality of data collected and stored is maintained. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Requirements: * 3-5 Years supervisor experience * Valid Class A Driver's License is a plus * 3-5 Years dispatching and/or logistics experience * Proficient verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English (Bi-lingual preferred) * Proficient knowledge of DOT Rules and Regulations * Demonstrated analytical ability and attention to detail * Proven record of taking initiative and responsibility, both individually and as a member of a team * Ability to function in a high-stress environment and ability to deal with a variety of issues in different situations. * Solid judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you? Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required. Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with! We Want You To Shine: We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview. Belonging Matters. Because You Do: Parkland USA is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons. All employment decisions at Parkland USA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. It is the policy of Parkland USA to provide Equal Opportunity Employment to all qualified disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans who are employees or applicants for employment. The Fine Print: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.