Manager Trainee/Transportation Manager II

　　Cambridge, MD - Woods Rd

　　Job Title:

　　Manager Trainee/Transportation Manager II

　　Department:

　　Supply Chain

　　Country:

　　United States of America

　　State/Province:

　　Maryland

　　City:

　　Cambridge

　　Full/Part Time:

　　Full time

　　Job Summary:

　　Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the direct driver management and supervision of midsize driver count, ensuring safe and timely service movement of freight, load assignment and providing best in class customer service. Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and responsible for all drivers compliance and company regulations while working with internal and external contacts to ensure the accurate planning, routing, monitoring, and delivery of freight and loads. Incumbent The transportation manager must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility in scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes, but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts, weekend shifts, and ensuring that coverage is accounted for.

　　*Must be open to relocation*Must be open to a flexible schedule

　　**Physical Work location: Hurlock, MD

　　Job Description:

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Build and maintain positive professional relationships with drivers and safety to minimize turnover and maximize ongoing productivity

　　Fill in for absent or unavailable personnel and on special projects related to optimizing fleet operations and achieving profitability

　　Utilize personnel management including training and orientation of drivers and/or employees including the training and assistance with internal and third-party (customer) systems

　　Conduct analysis of fleet operations and profitability and make recommendations for continuous improvement, determine and measure key performance indicators, and create, maintain, and present customer-specific reporting and financial analysis through face-to-face and/or virtual interactions at customer locations

　　Manage inventory, assets, customer pools and/or assignment of drivers to balance equipment in market

　　Perform administrative duties such as payroll, driver counseling, accident reviews, filing and documenting, resolving pay issues, invoicing, and/or creating operational or financial reports

　　Manage yard including checking/inspecting equipment, replacing parts (like mud flaps), completing repairs, etc., and coordinate with maintenance to ensure all regular preventative maintenance services are scheduled on time and all safety-related mechanical issues are fixed for account equipment (as required)

　　Work with drivers, customers, and company personnel to resolve service issues, routing and/or planning, mechanical problems, accessorial pay-related issues, etc. as they occur throughout the day and, where necessary, when on-call

　　Maintain the Company's safety culture to include daily driver safety messages, monthly driver safety briefings, quarterly driver training, annual reviews, and enforce company policies to ensure DOT compliance and company safety requirements are being met

　　Assign loads and plan, route, and monitor freight movement to provide safe, on-time service and meet customer requirements, including managing exceptions on that freight and driver ETA adjustments based on pick-up and delivery schedules, and other environmental factors on the road

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum Qualification:

　　High School Diploma/GED AND 2-3 years of experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, &/or equivalent military experience AND the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed

　　&/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:

　　Strong professional communication skills applied internally and externally

　　Proven experience in establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships

　　Experience in fostering strong customer relationships via delivery of commitments, open communication, and ongoing feedback/improvement

　　Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy

　　Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

　　Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

　　Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

　　Ability to consistently travel to account & customer locations

　　Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives

　　Experience in holding people accountable & conducting difficult conversations

　　Ability to perform in a stressful and high-pressure work environment

　　&/OR

　　Preferred Qualification:

　　Bachelors in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field AND 1-2 years of experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, &/or equivalent military experience

　　Compensation:

　　Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education,

　　experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for

　　annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus

　　and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

　　Benefits:

　　The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable

　　eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit,

　　401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate

　　with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

　　Education:

　　Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, Bachelors: Transportation Logistics, GED (Required), High School (Required)

　　Work Experience:

　　Transportation/Logistics, Business Administration, Military, Customer Service/Account Manager

　　Job Opening ID:

　　00536481 Manager Trainee/Transportation Manager II (Evergreen) (Open)

　　“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by

　　employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive

　　inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

　　The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

　　accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion,

　　sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.”

　　Posted 13 Days Ago

　　Full time

　　00536481

　　About Us

　　Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.

　　Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

　　Why J.B. Hunt?

　　J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

　　What are we looking for?

　　J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.

　　J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.

　　J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.