Shift and schedule
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Weekends as needed
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Full-Time M-F Dayshift but may need to adjust as needed
Summary job description
Company Overview
ZMC Logistics LLC is a rapidly expanding transportation and logistics company dedicated to providing exceptional service and timely delivery solutions. ZMC is the in-house carrier for the M. Simon Zook Co. Family of Businesses and a for-hire motor carrier moving freight throughout the Northeast region and beyond. ZMC Logistics operates a fleet of late model tractors and over 100 trailers consisting of food and feed-grade liquid tankers, pneumatic dry-bulk food tankers, and dry vans.
Responsibilities:
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Driver Recruiting and Retention: Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain top-performing drivers, and supervisors as needed ensuring a stable and efficient workforce.
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DOT Compliance: Ensure all drivers and supervisors comply with Department of Transportation, and other agencies regulations and company policies, maintaining the highest standards of safety and legal adherence.
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Optimize outbound and backhaul opportunities to maximize revenue and improve fleet efficiency by offering guidance and directives to management team.
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Transportation Expense Reduction: Assist and support the Transportation President to identify and implement cost-saving measures within transportation operations, enhancing overall profitability.
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Oversee, support, coordinate the transportation departments daily activities, including scheduling, routing, and dispatching vehicles and drivers
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Meet transportation performance metrics as assigned to you by the Transportation President.
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Assist with developing and maintaining staff performance metrics and reports, use data to identify areas for improvement.
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Learn all aspects of dispatch and fill in during vacations, and personal days.
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Oversee and support the Fleet Service Manager to ensure proper and timely repair of the fleet, ensuring vehicles are in optimal condition and minimizing downtime.
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Maintain/own fuel tax data entry to drive timely IFTA filing by third-party provider.
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Ensure all accidents and incidents are addressed to include accurate reporting, insurance processes, remedial training, disciplinary action, and root cause analysis.
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Additional responsibilities as necessary
Requirements
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A completed bachelors or masters degree in a related field is highly preferred.
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5+ years direct management experience in fleet transportation or logistics field to include both salaried and hourly workforce.
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Knowledge of safety and compliance regulations for transportation.
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Proficiency in transportation software (TMS)
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Flexibility to work extended or adjusted hours or weekends as needed.
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Valid driver's license (CDL preferred).
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Above average organizational, time management, and recordkeeping.
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Escalated analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines. An expert at multitasking.
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Extremely flexible and adaptable to manage unexpected changes or challenges. Must maintain involvement.
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The manager must remain aware of everything taking place under his/her watch and able to report accurately to the Transportation President.
WHAT WE OFFER
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401(k) with competitive employer match
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Affordable medical, dental, vision insurance starting Day 1
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Employee assistance program
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Supplemental AFLAC coverages available
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Company-paid life insurance from Day 1
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Supplemental voluntary life insurance available
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Vacation and PTO hours starting Day 1 (prorated for balance of year)
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8 paid holidays
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Perfect Attendance Incentive
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And more...
This is not a complete listing of all job duties for this role. It serves as a representation of the job duties an employee in this role will typically perform.
Apply directly to the Transportation President by submitting your resume with cover letter to: [email protected]. Call (800)327-4406 ext 202 if you would like more information or have questions.
Offered compensation: $84,700/yr - $103,400/yr
- CDL (optional)
- Fleet Transportation Management
