Location: Calgary, AB Department: Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI)Reports To: Director of TransportationSalary Range: $72,300 - $108,500 annually, plus bonus opportunity
As an Assistant Transportation Manager, you will provide assistance to the transportation manager in establishing and maintaining Dot Transportation fleet performance in all areas of our business including recruiting, retention, operations, safety, budgeting, etc. WHAT YOU'LL DOCoordinates with dispatch for efficient and effective fleet resource utilization. Addresses all vendor and customer (both internal and external) challenges.

Assists with vehicle safety issues. Conducts driver reviews. Supports overall dispatch and traffic management goals.

Manages the on-board computer system and hours of service for all drivers. Leads continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste. Contains costs through effective routing of customer orders and management of inbound freight by the dispatching staff.

Maintains a safe working environment for all DTI employees, as well as compliance with all OSHA and DOT regulationsYOU MUST HAVE Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot Foods experience

Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Computer skills, experience in using Microsoft Office programs/ applications

Ability to function in a multi-task environment

Prior transportation experienceYOU MAY ALSO HAVEPrior management experience

Ability to influence desired behavior change with internal/external customers and vendors

Ability to clearly and effectively communicate in one-on-one and group settingsROLE SPECIFICSSchedule- Ability to work flexible hours (weekend, nightshift, and on-call) based on business requirements
Supervision -- Assigned drivers \& dispatch staff. Travel -- Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train for training or meetings. WHO WE ARE Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1991 to transport product.

Our fleet has since grown to over 1,800 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we've grown, we haven't lost sight of caring for our best-in-class drivers. We've had zero layoffs in our company's history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOUAs a family-owned and operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance

Extensive benefits including medical, dental, RRSP, and profit-sharing

Significant advancement opportunities
Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety. EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

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