SIMON - Logistics Manager - Cheyenne, WY

Company: Colas
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: September 6, 2019

Job Description:

Subsidiary: Simon (130)

Honesty, pride, respect-these are the values the pioneers of the frontier West lived by. Over 100 years later, they are the same values that drive Simon today. It is a way of working-the right way-that has stood the test of time, and allowed us to help shape the landscape since 1954.

What we do is bigger than construction. It is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well.

Simon specializes in aggregates, asphalt and ready-mix concrete production, asphalt paving, and concrete, bridge, highway, and utility construction. Simon has strong local ties backed by global resources, focusing on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients.

Summary:

Responsible for planning/budgeting, coordination, and oversight of daily trucking operations including safety, compliance, and quality control.

Responsibilities:
--- Drive the Simon safety culture and ensure highest standards are maintained in terms of safety, quality, and efficiency
--- Actively support and lead Company initiatives related to safety, performance, and employee development
--- Establish and implement key performance indicators and utilize them to manage assigned area
--- Prepare and maintain budgets and financial data related to trucking operations; adjust strategies to maintain strong financial performance
--- Keep track of delivery times, transport costs, and efficiency; maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements
--- Effectively manage the work environment and staff to ensure safety, regulatory, and production targets are met
--- Maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers, and Company business groups
--- Plan and coordinate trucking dispatch and scheduling while targeting utilization efficiency and profitability
--- Maintain regular communications with drivers and customers to ensure delivery deadlines are met
--- Implement effective planning, scheduling, and maintenance practices in order to reduce down-time
--- Plan and coordinate required repair and preventative maintenance on trucking equipment
--- Make recommendations regarding equipment replacement or disposal
--- Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications, Education, Skills and Experience:
--- 3-5 years of experience in commercial trucking operations, logistics, construction, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
--- 3-5 years of experience working in a supervisory capacity
--- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply-Chain Management, Logistics, or related field a plus
--- Ability to effectively lead and develop employees
--- Ability to work independently, adapt to changing situations, and problem-solve in a dynamic environment
--- Prior experience working with financial reports and developing/managing an operational budget
--- Prior experience using project planning, dispatch, and/or logistics software
--- Proficiency in use of computers including MS Office, spreadsheet, and database programs
--- Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and other applicable local, state, and federal regulations
--- Valid drivers' license and clean driving history; Class A CDL with endorsements preferred

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
--- Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company safety guidelines
--- Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
--- Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and manipulate objects
--- Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)
--- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
--- Frequently required to sit and use a computer for long periods
--- Occasional work in close proximity to heavy equipment and machinery
--- Exposure to typical construction site conditions, including dust and loud noise, and all weather conditions

Workplace Values Requirements:
--- Support, promote, and practice Simon core values, vision, and mission
--- Support, promote, and comply with Simon Code of Ethics, Workplace Conduct, Safety, and other established policies
--- Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
--- Align personal vision and goals with larger goals of the Company
--- Support continuous improvement to improve Simon processes, performance, safety, and overall success

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Simon is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to promoting diversity and maintaining a drug-free workplace. It is our policy to ensure that applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to their race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), immigration status, citizenship, genetic information, medical conditions, protected veteran status, uniform service member status, familial status, marital status, registered domestic partner status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants and provide a workplace free of harassment and discrimination. This Policy applies to aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here and here. For notification on E-Verify click here and for information on Right to Work, click here. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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