Transportation Manager

Nashville, TN

Reports to: Collections Manager

We are growing and are looking for a talented Transportation Manager to join our team in Nashville! 

Qualified Transportation Manager candidates will have at least 5 years of transportation experience, including at least 2 years of management experience. 

Responsibilities and duties:

  • Own movement of donation boxes in assigned areas - replacement, placement, removals.
  • Assist in Identifying field growth opportunities for donation stations and bins. 
  • Oversight of fleet maintenance in addition to maintenance of donation boxes and trailers throughout the market.
  • Partner with Store Managers to ensure inventory needs are met.
  • Conduct routine truck inspections to meet DOT requirements.
  • Coordinate collection growth activities with Collection Manager.
  • Assist with interviews for Drivers and Donation Attendants.  
  • Conduct quarterly Driver audit surveillance, Donation Attendant audits, and ride-alongs.  
  • Use TMS and CRM regularly for gathering information and documenting updates.
  • Rerouting for efficiency as needed, based on market conditions. 
  • Assist with launching drivers and receiving at stores. 

Qualifications:

  • Management experience in the transportation industry. 
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Willing to submit to background check, drug screen and DOT physical. 
  • Must be able lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Regular bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling and climbing is required. 
  • High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • High level of diplomacy and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in heat, cold and wet conditions. 

Benefits include: 

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 
  • Work-life balance with nights at home
  • 401K
  • Vacation/PTO