What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feed Logistics Manager position at AgState?
Feed Logistics Manager
AgState is currently seeking a Logistics Manager for our feed department! Are you a hard worker with a desire to learn and grow in your career? Join our team today!
We are seeking a motivated individual who will be responsible for the feed trucks at AgState. At AgState, you will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service!
This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in working with agriculture and providing exceptional customer service to our producers. You will find a team atmosphere committed to safety and excellent customer service, along with a stable career that offers outstanding benefits!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Serve as the primary contact concerning the vehicle fleet and operations by performing the following functions:
- Always utilize good customer service skills, when servicing and greeting customers, and when working with co-workers and other departments within the company.
- Listen to and resolve the more complicated/complex customer and employee complaints and concerns and assist employees in resolving. Be familiar with company products and services and able to refer customers and employees to appropriate personnel or recommend additional action.
- Lead and direct the feed truck drivers to ensure that location and department goals are met including but not limited to leading interview and selection efforts for recruiting new talent, new hire training and onboarding, engaging in rewarding and recognition efforts to aid in department retention, lead performance management efforts such as coaching, performance reviews, further training and development, progressive discipline, wage reviews, and as needed, exiting efforts.
- Monitor employee performance and ensure all employees comply and operate location equipment in a safe manner and safety and company policies and/or protocols are being followed.
- Coordinate feed delivery movements with Location Leader to maintain maximum efficiency and lowest cost.
- Develop and maintain relationships with independent owner operators.
- Maintain good open communications with the locations pertaining to logistical needs.
- Utilize available computer programs or tools to effectively manage transportation demands and costs.
- Manage location feed truck drivers, builds, and maintains budget, and ensure all feed logistics are executed correctly and efficiently.
- Maintain current carrier insurance coverage records.
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree or three to four years of related experience.
- Maintain current knowledge of DOT regulations.
- Class A CDL or the ability to get one
**Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence **
AgState offers a generous benefits package including 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Salary Continuation, Long Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth and Development Opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Employee discounts and local discounts, Paid Holidays, Clothing Allowance, and a generous Paid Time off Accrual.
Equal Opportunity Employer - we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees at AgState to bring authenticity to work every day.
APPLY NOW!
To submit your application or to view our other openings within the company visit us online at www.AgState.org Contact Human Resources for an Internal Application.