Transportation Manager jobs in Kingsport, TN
Transportation Manager manages and coordinates the daily operations of a transportation network including safety, compliance, equipment, and staff. Implements operational policies and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency in all transportation activities. Being a Transportation Manager monitors transportation costs, service level agreements, and performance metrics to identify and resolve problems and achieve efficiencies. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to meet forecasted capacity needs. Additionally, Transportation Manager manages relations with transportation providers to ensure the achievement of required service levels. Requires a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Transportation Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Transportation Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- WM
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Kingsport, TN
FULL_TIME
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
What is the value of a WM job?
The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family.
We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
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I. Job Summary
The Route Manager Trainee (RMT) training program is intended to prepare individuals to become frontline Route Managers. The majority of the day is spent in the field, interacting with frontline employees. Through our handson training program, we will teach you how to increase financial profitability, maximize operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and lead teams of people. Candidates must be willing to relocate within a certain geographic area at the end of the training program.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DEVELOPING
provide timely and consistent touchpoints with frontline employeesRegular review of best practices to enhance daily performancePartners with Drivers and Technicians to develop job-related skillsCompletes the assigned RMT training curriculum and all other assigned trainingCOACHINGActively practice and seek feedback on coaching conversationsCollaborates with all frontline managers to learn the day-to-day business operations (i.e., Operations Improvement Manager, Fleet Manager, Sales Manager, District Managers, Route Managers)OTHER- Develop knowledge of DOT & OSHA safety programs and systems; operational business processes, systems & tools; performance management; dispatch &routing; fleet maintenance processes.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job may have periodic leadership / management responsibilities throughout the program.
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and ExperienceEducation: Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience.Experience: Two (2) years relevant work experience in addition to Education requirementsB. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
- Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record
- Must be able to maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record throughout the duration of employment in this position
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Willing to consider relocation within an assigned geographic area at the conclusion of the training program; if requiredMust be willing to work flexible start timesMust be able to ride in vehicle for up to 12 hours or sit at a desk for up to 12 hours per dayEXCELLENT VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Able to adjust messaging to audience experience, background, and expectationsSpeaks in a clear, direct manner by using appropriate body language, eye contact, and facial expressions to maintain the audience’s attentionOrganizes communication in a logical manner and ensures audience understandingEXCEPTIONAL TIME MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Able to effectively prioritize tasks, determine resource requirements and allocate the appropriate amount of time to complete tasksAble to leverage resources and work efficientlyUses time effectively and avoids distractions from interfering with work completionSTRONG DECISION MAKING SKILLS- Able to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities by comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions
- Uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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- NC Department of Transportation
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Boone, NC
FULL_TIME
- How to Apply You MUST apply at https://tinyurl.com/5denheuk by April 2. NCDOT is a Great Place to Work. Don't take our word for it. Read what our people are saying at https://bit.ly/NCDOTGreatPlaceToW...
- 2 Months Ago
- MBP
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Boone, NC
FULL_TIME
- NCDOT Transportation Construction Inspector (Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4) Job Locations US-NC-Raleigh US-NC-Wilmington US-NC-Greensboro US-NC-Elizabeth City US-NC-Greenville US-NC-New Bern US-NC-Winston-Sale...
- 15 Days Ago
- Strata-G, LLC
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Erwin, TN
OTHER
- At Strata-G, we define significance by the extraordinary people we hire, the relationships we build with our clients, and the positive impact we make in the community. Our team of intellectually curio...
- 2 Months Ago
- Anfield Transportation
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Boone, NC
FULL_TIME
- Class A drivers – including recent grads – run dedicated 100% no touch with average pay of $1300-$1500/WK This is reefer freight running the eastern US. Drivers (even during training) are home every t...
- 1 Day Ago
- Anfield Transportation
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Kingsport, TN
FULL_TIME
- Join Our First-Class Team of Class A Drivers! Home Every Other Weekend, Excellent Pay, and Amazing Benefits! Class A driver with at least 3 months of OTR or Regional driving experience (excluding time...
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- PepsiCo
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Kingsport, TN
- This position may include accounts with any or all of these responsibilities:Delivers products to assigned fountain equi...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
- PepsiCo
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Johnson City, TN
- This position may include accounts with any or all of these responsibilities:Delivers products to assigned fountain equi...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Mc Donald
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Elizabethton, TN
- A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co. is a leading manufacturer of water works brass, plumbing valves, pumps and water systems, and nat...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Este Lauder Pty. Limited
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Bristol, TN
- Job Description Transportation Analyst ( **Job Number:** 2121268 ) **Primary Location** : Americas-US-PEA-Bristol **Desc...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Weigel's
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Kingsport, TN
- Weigel's - 4401 W. Stone Dr. [Retail Associate / Team Member] As a Stock Team Member at Weigel's, you'll: Stock, rotate,...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Weigel's
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Piney Flats, TN
- Weigel's - 5777 Highway 11E [Retail Associate / Team Member] As a Stock Team Member at Weigel's, you'll: Stock, rotate, ...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Weigel's
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Jonesborough, TN
- Weigel's - 152 Headtown Road [Retail Associate / Team Member] As a Stock Team Member at Weigel's, you'll: Stock, rotate,...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc.
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Bristol, TN
- . **Now Hiring** Our mission is to employ the best team in the industry to move our customers' business safely, efficien...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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