Posted in Education 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 278180
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, a CRH company, is the leading supplier of products specified to close the building envelope. They include: custom-engineered curtain wall and window wall, architectural windows, storefront systems, doors, skylights and architectural glass.
The Distribution Manager role in our Los Angeles location isn’t just a job - it’s a career opportunity with a great company. And we want our Managers to be just that- Managers. We want to lean into your expertise to help us get better. We will give you what you need to do your job, and you will get to make an impact, every single day.
This role is perfect for the individual who approaches their work in a professional manner and who is passionate about leading a dynamic team. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!
Job Summary
As the Distribution Manager, this position will be responsible for overseeing and managing all transportation matters for Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, Los Angeles. This position will be responsible for regulatory compliance, monitoring transportation costs, management of transportation relationships and providing continuous improvement in the efficiency of the freight aspect of the business.
Essential Responsibilities
• Ensure vehicle and equipment fleet are operating safely, effective and economically
• Responsible for daily logistical planning for all delivery locations
• Ensure drivers are responding to the daily customer service requirements and are operating within established guidelines
• Review and research with new and existing transportation vendors; programs to reduce, replace and improve upon transportation costs
• Resolve service failure issues
• Manage the company’s leased vehicles, tractors, trailers, etc.
• Implement transportation-related company policy and programs and keep current on government rules and regulations, reporting when necessary to upper management
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Managing the process of complete background checks and maintaining their driver qualification files
• Ensure drivers hours are within DOT regulations
• Coordinate with Leasing Company to ensure vehicles are maintained in proper working order
Requirements
• Forward Thinking. LA’s ideal distribution/ logistics manager, would have the ability to make accurate predictions of the possible needs of the company, as well as outcomes of actions made. ... Always thinking and planning ahead
• Ability to see the big picture
• Adaptability…able to quickly respond to changing trends, innovation, destabilization, industry shifts, and so forth. ... This ability to adjust or shift with these changes
• Calm under pressure
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Continually seeking improvement
• Proficient in project management
• Able to manage and lead the fleet and shipping department (includes distribution supervisor, all drivers and shipping personnel)
• Minimum two-year degree or equivalent in experience, training or education.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field or position preferably with experience in transportation software systems
• Strong negotiating skills, analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to plan and achieve long-term goals
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and computer skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Previous dispatch experience
• CDL – B
• Knowledge of Teamsters Union a plus
What CRH Americas Offers You
About CRH Americas
CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, a CRH company, is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our career site. Please complete your online profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!
CRH Americas is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is an E-Verify Employer.
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