Logistics and Transportation Manager

The Logistics and Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the movement of recreational vehicles (RVs) and related inventory across the company’s network. This role ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery of RVs from manufacturers to dealerships, as well as the transportation and dispatch between dealership locations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a deep understanding of transportation, dispatch, logistics, and the ability to manage relationships with third party vendors, drivers, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Logistics Coordination

• Develop and implement logistics strategies to ensure timely delivery of RVs to dealerships.
• Plan and manage the transportation schedule, optimizing routes and reducing costs while maintaining quality and delivery timelines.
• Oversee the distribution of inventory, ensuring proper movement to handle dealership demands.

Vendor and Dispatch Management

• Establish and maintain relationships with shipping companies, working with inventory accounting to audit rates and terms., scheduling and dispatching of RV units for each individual profit center. 
• Oversee the coordination
• Monitor carrier performance, addressing any issues related to delays, damages, or inefficiencies.

Fleet and Driver Oversight

• Manage the company’s transportation fleet, ensuring vehicles are well-maintained, compliant with regulations, and operationally efficient.
• Recruit, train, and supervise drivers, ensuring adherence to safety standards and company policies.
• Monitor driver performance, providing feedback and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure vendor compliance with federal, state, and local transportation regulations, including DOT requirements.
• Coordinate lot counts with individual corporate profit centers, and holding yards.  
• Develop and enforce safety protocols to minimize risk and ensure the safe handling of RVs.
• Manage insurance claims related to transportation incidents, working with relevant departments and insurers.

Cost and Performance Optimization

• Analyze logistics data to identify areas for cost savings and process improvements.
• Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency, delivery accuracy, and overall logistics performance.
• Collaborate with other departments, and third party vendors to forecast transportation needs and adjust plans accordingly.
• Develop and implement work processes that align with company thresholds and objectives to ensure operational excellence
• Set and maintain employee schedules. Monitor and approve employee timecards in compliance with company policies.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for team performance, aligning goals with business priorities.
• Communication skills, ability to update and manage inventory logs and create graphs and charts are necessities for position

Requirements

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, preferably in the RV or automotive industry.
• Proven experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in logistics management software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package including:

• Major Medical-Dental-Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401K (profit sharing)
• Christmas Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts in Company Store

Fun Town RV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. A Drug screen, driving record and background checks may be conducted prior to, and during employment. Content of this ad and fulfillment of offers is sole responsibility of Fun Town RV.