Region Transportation Manager 18-Clean Central Oregon

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

The purpose of this job is to manage the daily transportation operations within one of the company’s regions, while ensuring that Pilot Company drivers comply with all federal, state, local, and company policies and procedures.

***This position will require the candidate to live and work out of Central Oregon***

In this role you will: 

1. Oversee, lead, and set priorities for a team of Lead Drivers and Drivers in a region
2. Interview, select, coach, train, and develop direct reports, to include appraising job performance and conducting performance reviews
3. Provide safety training for all Drivers to ensure implementation of Pilot Company safety and operational procedures including regular driver observations and deliver appropriate progressive discipline up to and including termination
4. Partner with Fleet Maintenance and Lead Driver to ensure equipment maintenance compliance with environmental, safety, and legal regulations
5. Manage the region’s budget to meet financial and operational goals
6. Execute strategic initiatives for both the region and the company that align with company goals; define objectives for regional implementation and attainment
7. Collaborate with other Transportation Regional Managers to address challenges; provide feedback on operational issues and solutions to upper management
8. Review, approve and process equipment maintenance invoices and Driver payroll for the region
9. Complete daily and weekly reporting on safety-related incidents and staffing needs
    

Pay between: $86,000 - $113,000 annually

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field preferred
• Minimum five years’ prior experience in the trucking industry required
• Minimum five years’ experience in logistics operations (dispatch, routing, load planning, optimization), preferably in truckload, LTL, or tanker required
• Minimum three years’ prior experience as a driver-supervisor of a large team required
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to motivate and lead a diverse team
• Ability to apply critical thinking and situation analysis skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize based upon immediate and long-term needs of the region and company
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to manage projects related to company goals and initiatives
• Financial acumen and experience related to budgets

**Travel required up to 100%**

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Periodic exposure to diesel, gasoline, and crude oil
• Work area environment includes fuel drop areas, trucks, trailers, and fuel hauling equipment
• Exposure to a variety of weather conditions and temperatures
• Available to work evenings and odd hours as needed
• Climb in and out of tractor-trailer units on a daily basis
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand for extended time periods

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•    Tuition Reimbursement
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