Driver Manager

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Position Summary

Responsible and accountable for working with the customer to plan all intermodal transport orders to ensure efficient driver operations. Ensure that company policies are being followed and that work is conducted in a safe manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Communicate in a timely and effective manner with customers to ensure a high level of service.

· Maximize driver availability to fully utilize equipment in order to provide maximum revenue and profitability.

· Review all orders and process and/or distribute according to terminal procedure.

· Ensure timely and efficient planning of loaded trucks carrying various products.

· Schedule loads.

· Enter load information into TMW system and prepare Delivery Receipts for each load.

· Communicate with customers to ensure all documentation is collected and available for dispatch to provide to drivers.

· Initiate and maintain customer specifications.

· Safety Date Sheets (SDS) for products hauled.

· Perform all other duties as specified by the terminal or corporate management.

· Incorporate measures to prevent waste and lost time.

· Effectively address concerns from employees and customers.

· Enforce and practice all safety rules of the Company and all government agencies, including but not limited to DOT and OSHA; monitor risk.

· Understand and follow established policies and procedures in emergency situations.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience:

· Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.

· Minimum 5 years of related experience

· Familiarity with DOT and OSHA regulations

· Some travel possible to corporate office and other locations

· Willingness to work a flexible schedule

· Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

· Prior dispatch / planning experience

· Experience using TMW and PeopleNet systems

· ISO Tank industry experience

· Prior management/supervisory experience

· Understanding equipment utilization and allocation

Essential Qualifications:

· Strong organizational, administrative and analytical skills

· Solid communication skills and attention to detail

· Ability to be flexible and adapt to change

· Strong customer service orientation, ensuring needs and deadlines are met in a timely fashion

· Ability to demonstrate a positive, proactive and motivated attitude

· Must be reliable and punctual

· Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced organization

· Strong problem-solving skills

· Ability to work a flexible schedule

Language Skills

· Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Physical Demands:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

· May be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch as needed.

· May be required to lift 25 lbs.

· Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

· Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Work Environment:

· The position typically operates in a standard office environment.

· This position routinely uses office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and file cabinets.

 Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Generous Vacation Time

• Company Paid Holidays

• Company 401(k) and Roth with Employer Matching Contributions

• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

At Heniff, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. Heniff treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual