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Transportation Manager

AT Sonepar USA Inc
Sonepar USA Inc

Transportation Manager

Katy, TX

There's a Place for You at Crawford Electric Supply.

A career at Crawford Electric Supply is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Crawford Electric Supply offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the southeast region of the United States, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Crawford Electric Supply we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

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Transportation Manager

Location: Katy, TX

Job type: Full time

What You'll Do

  • Oversee the organization's logistics and routing network to ensure processes and procedures are in place and being followed to meet internal and customer needs.
  • Schedule and assign work to employees, providing necessary materials, equipment, and documents.
  • Monitor all scheduled daily deliveries and ensure customer time commitments are met.
  • Monitor and review routing configurations for cost efficiency. Level the dispatch. Create Shipping Manifests.
  • Constant communication with drivers, warehouse staff, salespersons, and customers.
  • Identify opportunities reviewing financial reports, profitability, and coordinate with key stakeholders. (P&L)
  • Augment and manage backhaul program with growth opportunities.
  • Develop Strategic logistic plans and procedures to meet current needs and future growth.
  • Monitor and manage logistics overtime budget.
  • Negotiate and select carriers for transportation fleet.
  • Work with lease providers for various reports, i.e., mileage and VCR reports
  • Investigate, respond to, and resolve complaints to provide the final mile experience for the customer.
  • Maintain, track, and prepare documentation for key metrics, analyze gaps, and create new processes and procedures as needed. Evaluate and assess start times and on dock efficiencies.
  • Develop and implement revised branch process and strategy on returns, branch transfer logistics / compliance and lost shipment support.
  • Responsible to hire, train and develop direct reports.
  • Inspire, lead, and develop transportation associates.
  • Conduct annual performance reviews and utilize corrective counseling as needed.
  • Stay updated and ensure compliance with all DOT Regulations.
  • Responsible for on road and in-house safety for the drivers to reduce injuries and accidents.
  • Responsible for conducting annual certification of all drivers on delivery methods and give binders to each driver.
  • Safety methods training. Space and visibility, Daily safety briefings, stationary object training and post-accident/injury evaluations.
  • Perform Truck Maintenance Inspections
  • Create and maintain Fleet of vehicles required to provide service.
  • Provide Excellent Customer Service.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree preferred with emphasis on operations/logistics management and/or equivalent knowledge through job related experience and training.
  • 5 years prior experience managing logistics networks and transportation staff, Union, and Non-Union Drivers
  • Solid knowledge of contractual bargaining agreement and DOT Regulations is required.
  • Ability to organize and multi-task.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
  • Strong knowledge of Fleet Maintenance, GPS Tracking, and other logistics technology

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."

Learn more about Crawford: https://www.crawfordelectricsupply.com/about

Crawford is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Crawford is an equal opportunity employer

Crawford is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

  • Healthcare plans
  • Dental & vision
  • Paid time off (no waiting period to utilize)
  • Volunteer time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
  • Professional and personal development programs


  • Opportunity to become a shareholder
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
  • Robust wellness program
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Ready to join the fun? Apply today and become part of the Crawford Crew - where we work hard, laugh often, and always have a spark to share!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

EEO is the Law
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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
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Client-provided location(s): Katy, TX, USA
Job ID: Sonepar_USA-1163820701
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses