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Job Description:

Johnson Brothers opened in Iowa in 1985 when the state privatized wine wholesale and retail sales. Starting with a staff of 15 working in the Des Moines Golden Circle, Johnson Brothers has grown steadily, acquiring 13 companies, expanding and relocating operations three times, and currently employing more than 200 team members.

Delivery managers are responsible for directing and overseeing delivery-related operations within an organization to include managing the fleet resources .

Duties

• Manage delivery personnel and assist with discrepancies and/or complaints
  
• Understand tractor/ trailer vehicle components (Pre/Post trip damage/ on-route issues)
  
  • DVIR being done properly
    
  • Ensuring maintenance is completed timely
    
  • Approve quotes as required for the company owned fleet
    
• Assists with transportation activities such as dispatching, routing, and tracking using OT1 and SAMSARA
  
• Regular travel to cross dock locations throughout state
  
• Manage, Inspect, and maintain fleet up to D.O.T/ FMCSA/ Johnson Bro. standards
  
• Manage driver's D.O.T compliance guidelines using the J.J. Keller site
  
• Arranging repairs and routine maintenance (PM's, day-to-day issues)
  
• Maintaining and completing accurate records (H.O.S, DVIR, Delivery paperwork)
  
• Ensuring that all drivers/operators have the correct and up to date qualifications.
  
• Scheduling and organizing team members day to day/overtime activities
  
• Maintain fleet properly registered and maintained with state and local regulations
  
• Gather and compare vendor information (pricing, response time, etc.)
  
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for any delivery discrepancy or unit breakdowns
  
• Inspect fleet for proper D.O.T decals and state registrations
  
• Maintain breakage to a minimum
  
• Assess training needs/ facilitate on-going training to ensure driver and delivery effectiveness
  
• Handle employee issues including but not limited to job duties, scheduling, and discipline
  
• Familiar with transit and shipping guidelines
  
• Check routes nightly for maximum route planning
  
• Implement plans to increase output, customer efficiency, and profit
  
• Always be DOT ready
  

Skills/Qualifications

• CDL license preferred
  
• Strong technology skills
  
• Customer service skills
  
• Familiar with delivery areas
  
• Able to accept constructive criticism
  
• Work well under pressure and in fast paced environment
  
• Ability to work well with others
  
• Be thorough and pay attention to detail
  
• Good verbal communication skills
  
• Problem solver in intense situations
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Worker Sub-Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time