The Branch Distribution Manager is responsible for coordinating St Paul and Wisconsin Branch location deliveries and leading our route and relief drivers. They will manage the day-to-day delivery operations to support our customer needs ensuring product is delivered properly and in a safe and timely manner. The Branch Distribution Manager will route all delivery vehicles daily, and dispatch accordingly. They will collaborate with the Bulk Gas Distribution Manager in coordinating fleet maintenance and will ensure our compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. This position is responsible for meeting goals set-forth by the Leadership Team and work in accordance with the company core values and culture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead, manage and hold employees accountable; build the capabilities of a driven and diverse team
Ensure employee compliance with established policies, procedures, and objectives of the Company by leading department L-10 meetings
Approve weekly time clock system regarding regular, overtime and Paid Time-Off hours
Conduct employee evaluations and performance reviews
Use Company routing software and ERP system to dispatch delivery fleet
Review efficiency of routes using Company routing software to monitor employee productivity metrics and ensure route optimization
Track driver’s mileage, stops, cylinders delivered, and hours worked
Review documentation submitted by drivers each day to ensure pre/post trip inspections are properly completed
Maintain records of vehicle maintenance to include mileage, fuel, repairs, vehicle registration and DOT compliance
Retain and submit mileage for vehicles driven out of state ensuring compliance
Assist with new equipment purchases within the delivery fleet through sourcing, pricing and ordering
Maintain driver qualification files according to DOT guidelines
Other Responsibilities:
Perform other projects as assigned by supervisor
Fill in for delivery drivers, when required, to make necessary customer deliveries
Education, Experience and Skills:
High School Diploma or equivalency
Manual Class A license with Hazardous Material Endorsements required, Tanker Endorsement preferred
3 – 5 years or truck driving experience desired
Previous dispatching experience preferred
Basic knowledge of gases, cryogenics i.e. pressure and compatibility preferred
Industry experience such as handling cylinders and/or previous knowledge of gases, tankers and mechanics is desired
Effective oral and written communication skills and basic customer service experience
Must be organized, have good reasoning skills, math aptitude and time management skills
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook is helpful
Equipment Used:
Safety gear such as steeled toe boots, safety glasses, gloves and hard hat when appropriate
Tractor Trailer with tailgate lift, 2 wheeler, pallet jacks, piping equipment, hoses and regulators
Company billing and order entry software, known as TIMS
Various plant tools including but not limited to a scanner, ratchet straps, chains, bungee cords, etc.
Job Specifications/Requirements: Ability to stand on your feet 7 to 8 hours a day with lots of walking, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, sitting and repetitive motions. Lifting of 10-20lbs is required, may frequently lift up to 75lbs. Reoccurring pushing/pulling of 75lbs. Ability to work in moderately warm or cold conditions where high noise levels are possible. Willingness to travel as necessary for training and delivering products.
OSC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, traits associated with race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.
The annual salary range for this position is $63,557 annually - $95,336 annually. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity