Depot Manager

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits • Fargo • 1m ago

What You Need To Know

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with roots that go back to 1933. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with starting range between $75000 - $85000 / year plus 15% annual bonus potential. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately. CDL a Plus. This position reports directly to the Logistics Manager for Minnesota/North Dakota/South Dakota. For more information text your “name and Depot Manager” to 561-595-1510.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

We offer continuous learning and career growth in a fast-paced environment where you are respected, your voice is heard, and technology is part of our strategy for success. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview

Responsible for managing the logistics department in depot/cross-dock with high volume, scope, and complexity for North Dakota and South Dakota. This role is also in charge of the local delivery fleet’s maintenance program and must ensure all logistics delivery associates meet DOT and CMV criteria. CDL a plus. The Depot Manager works out of Fargo, North Dakota and has 3 direct reports who serve as supervisors in North Dakota and South Dakota. The Depot Manager reports directly to the Logistics Manager for Minn/ND/SD.

Primary Responsibilities

Ensure all depot personnel understand and operate within the organizational, operational, safety, and service policies and procedures
Manage and develop a supervisory team who is responsible for directing all transportation activities and managing logistics associates
Ensure all logistics delivery associates have all required Department of Transportation (DOT) certifications
Ensure all accidents are handled and reported, according to company policy
Manage daily routing schedules and ensure routes are maintained in the routing system
Schedule all department personnel time off requests; ensure route coverage at all times
Coach, train, direct, and counsel logistics supervisors on overall performance
Resolve logistics associate discrepancy issues

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Maintain logistics associate records and files
Maintain Company and Commercial Vehicles registration and plates
Ensure Pre-trip, Post Trip DVIR is completed by logistics associate daily
Oversee monthly safety training/meetings per SGWS Safety Policy
Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree/preferred
5 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills
Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and ability to obtain and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with State laws
Strong knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license

Physical Demands

Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods
Must be able to regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift
May require working at heights of 8 feet or greater

Must be able to frequently lift/lower, push, carry, or pull 50lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.