Logistics Manager Jobs

6110 - Kenner - 1601 32nd Street, Kenner, Louisiana, 70065

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Brief Position Summary

Responsible for regularly managing and directing the work of a team of Fleet Drivers, Dispatchers, Coordinators, Analysts, Logistics Associates, or other positions deemed necessary in performing the Transportation related operational functions within a designated territory.

Associate Development

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly manage territory Fleet Drivers including the performance development, scheduling and training, etc.
• Work with internal fleet drivers to share goals and strategy in local market
• Ensures positive associate engagement and associate development through timely and effective feedback, to include individual meetings, file reviews, performance management, and the Annual Performance Review (APR) process

Executing Day To Day Operational Logistics Functions

• Monitor route changes or road construction issues and work with drivers to establish new routes for timely deliveries
• Responsible for maintenance and repairs for all fleet equipment to include scheduling and partnering with lease vendors
• Partner with Senior store leadership to address operational constraints
• Develop delivery routes and maintain contact with drivers throughout the day by answering incoming calls
• Partners across Merchandising, Operations, & Sales to produce daily ship plan with staffing targets
• Displays financial responsibility
• Partner with third party vendors to provide fleet coverage as needed
• Utilize reports, analyzes information, and monitors trends to identify opportunities in the territory
• Manage daily hub operations which includes coordination of shipping and receiving
• Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and customers
• Problem solve and exercise judgement to make modifications to daily routes to accommodate the needs of customers
• Champion and implement both company and store initiatives for consistent execution, continuous improvement and ensures team is trained on CarMax standards
• Monitors standard reporting for their territory to determine priority level of moves.
• Communicate to key stakeholders all pertinent information captured after all store visits, conference calls, work groups and team meetings.
• Achieve daily KPI metrics to include 98% or better on time performance score, Bill of Lading utilization as determined in each lane by the senior manager, dwell time management
• Directly manage regional fleet drivers including fleet safety within the region

Internal Fleet Management

• Communicate KPIs to ensure service alignment & visibility to stores
• Coordinates with Background Screening and ensures all internal fleet driver DOT qualification documents, and DOT requirements, are current and in compliance with DOT regulation.
• Monitor Telogis for violations or safety concerns and provide feedback to fleet drivers.
• Partner with Home Office Logistics team to align performance and future needs.
• Work with CarMax telematics solution to measure fleet performance

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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. Management Development Program completion preferred.

Qualifications

Multi-task in a high energy, fast-paced work environment

• Read, interpret, and transcribe data in order to maintain accurate records
• Make independent judgments regarding critical business decisions
• Identify business opportunities and suggest improvements
• Speak, listen, and write effectively in dealings with customers and associates across departments

Education And/or Experience

Previous management experience with retail management preferred. Completion of CarMax provided training

• Bachelor's Degree a plus Intermediate PC skills. Dedicated fleet or logistics experience required.

Language Skills

Strong communication skills required (both oral and written) to act as principle point of contact for the department.

Mathematical Skills

Strong mathematical skills required to perform rate evaluations and to evaluate total transportation expenditures.

Reasoning Ability

Strong ability to evaluate and negotiate all related department decisions while establishing lane rates, delivery time frames, and acceptable timelines for dispatching.

Working Conditions

Combination of both office and outdoor environment; may include working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions.

• Wears CarMax clothing (acquired through company) at all times working in the store.
• Requires non-manual work that may require walking or standing for extended periods of time.
• Flexible work hours with shifts that may include nights, weekends, holidays.
• Requires ability to travel 25-50% as needed.
• Adhere to all CarMax policies including, but not limited to, Attendance, Proper Recording of Time, Asset Protection, EH&S (Environmental, Health & Safety), and Standards of Professional Appearance.

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation's largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.