Transportation/Fleet Manager - Distribution

Job Description:

HD Supply, a Home Depot company, is seeking a Transportation Manager in our Houston, TX distribution center. Reporting to the building leader, you will lead, coach and develop 3 driver supervisors and team of approximately 70 dedicated fleet drivers. You will create strategies for route efficiencies, on-time delivery and ensure the continued safety performance. You will start your day as early as 5:
00 am with flexibility to meet the business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree not required.
• Prior experience leading a large team of non-union associates in a fast paced warehouse/distribution environment.
• Expertise on DOT policies and procedures.
• Hazmat knowledge is plus.
• SAP or similar ERP experience/knowledge preferred.
• Descartes, Omnitracs or similar transportation software experience.
• Samsara or similar in-cab video.
• Omnitracs.
• Fleet management and asset management experience.
• MS Office Suite, MS Excel for reporting purposes
• Must have excellent written and oral presentation.
• Solid proven history of making strides in employee engagement.

Other perks of joining HD Supply are:

• Monday - Friday - no weekends!
• Comprehensive benefits plan on first day (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401K match!
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits.
• Advancement Opportunity with Fortune 500 company.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Annual Bonus Eligibility.
• Equity Eligible!

Job Summary

Lead the operation of a Distribution Center in support of company goals. Provide input and feedback on all operations processes and results to DC Manager. Responsible for providing input to DC Manager for departmental strategic and operations planning, financial management, operational reporting and communication, fleet management, departmental process improvement, compliance, and inventory management.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Provides departmental input to DC Manager for development of operating plans for warehouse and transportation operations in support of organizational goals including facility, equipment and staff.
• Identifies departmental financial resources necessary to support operating plan and provide cost justification for departmental spending;
  participates with DC Manager in the development of department operating budgets.
• Provides process improvement recommendations to DC Manager and implements process improvement action plans within the department. Conducts routine departmental analysis on functions, processes, asset utilization (equipment, resources, and labor) and communicates results of departmental analysis to DC Manager.
• Leads associates to be fully compliant with all safety and Hazmat rules and regulations, legal regulations, and human resource policies;
  ensures safety and security of associates, facility, equipment, and inventory relevant to department. Reports safety and security discrepancies to DC Manager.
• Manages performance of Assistant Manager and/or hourly associates and recognize, train, coach, counsel, and take corrective action when warranted.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Solutions require analysis and investigation.
• Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience.
• Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.
• Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.