Regional Trucking Manager- Caldwell, ID

Summary

This role will provide leadership and direction to Simplot Transportation for a designated geographic region with moderate market complexity to ensure customer product movement needs are met. Accountable for the safety, service, and financial performance of a large regional truck fleet in the agricultural space. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe operations of more than 100 individuals and 70 assets in assigned region.
• Uses metrics-based management principles to drive efficient operations that prioritize safety and high levels of service for internal and external customers
• Responsible for maximizing fleet productivity to achieve the lowest operating costs consistent with customer service requirements. Responsible for fleet maintenance operations or active interaction with 3rd party provider of maintenance.
• Responsible for fleet’s regional financials including delivering on annual budget including expense management and revenue levels.
• Responsible for recruiting and directing the supervisory, clerical, and hourly staff in assigned geographic region. This includes interviewing, hiring, training employees, as well as planning, assigning and directing work.
• Directs activities of salaried staff involved in fleet operations including the scheduling of all assets at the assigned terminals. 

Typical Education

Relevant Experience

• 15+ years of related experience and/or training
• Knowledge: Requires a thorough understanding of fleet operations, regulatory requirements, and profitability requirements. This is an experienced practitioner who has gained knowledge through progressively more responsible positions and a combination of education and experience. Has knowledge and experience to settle liability claims independently.  Knowledge of legal, and operational issues and federal motor carrier rules so that compliance is met with minimal oversight. Ability to evaluate alternative supply networks that optimize cost and service objectives. Knowledgeable of equipment specifications. Should have at least 8 years of management/supervisory experience.
• Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of employees/managers at all levels within the organization. Ability to effectively communicate with external customers and contractors.  Excellent judgment, negotiation and decision-making skills. Ability to work within framework of goals established for the organization. Ability to work with minimal direction and to coordinate multiple needs, priorities and customers and to exhibit a variety of styles and methods to meet goals.

Other Information

Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Combination of education, training and/or experience will be considered for this position.  

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