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Territory Manager, Final Mile - San Diego/S. California

$65,000 - $80,000

Overall Job Summary

The Territory Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading a team of delivery drivers in our Final Mile delivery operations. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of products to customers, while maintaining high standards of customer service and safety. The Territory Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, optimizing delivery routes, resolving issues, and ensuring that the team consistently meets or exceeds performance targets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

+ Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of delivery drivers to ensure the timely, accurate, and safe delivery of products to customers.

+ Monitor and manage daily delivery schedules, adjusting as necessary to ensure timely deliveries and maximize operational efficiency.

+ Conduct regular route audits and provide feedback to drivers to improve performance, safety, and customer service.

+ Apply workforce planning knowledge to evaluate labor markets and devise strategies to attract talent

+ Support collaborative work environment through continuous communication and relationship building

+ Ensure drivers are adhering to all company policies, safety standards, and local traffic regulations.

+ Provide ongoing training and development for delivery drivers, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed.

+ Act as the primary point of contact for drivers, addressing any concerns, issues, or questions that arise during their shifts.

+ Analyze performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.

+ Handle customer complaints or delivery issues, ensuring prompt resolution and maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.

Required Qualifications

_Experience:_ 3+ years proven experience in managing delivery teams, logistics, or operations in a final mile or transportation setting.

_Education:_ High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or a related field is a plus. Any combination of education and experience will be considered.

_Professional Certifications:_ None

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

+ Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and coach a diverse group of individuals.

+ A commitment to safety, quality control, and continuous improvement.

+ Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to address issues quickly and effectively

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.

+ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, team members, and leadership.

+ A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Working Conditions

+ Hybrid / Flexible working conditions

+ Occasional travel required

+ Working at stores sometimes outside in inclement weather.

Physical Requirements

+ Sitting

+ Standing (not walking)

+ Walking

+ Kneeling/Stooping/Bending

+ Driving a vehicle

+ Reaching overhead

+ Lifting 50+ pounds

Disclaimer

_This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor._

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.

Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for eligible Team Members. While all Team Members have access to a broad range of rewards, eligibility and specific offerings may vary depending on the role, individual plan requirements and eligibility criteria.

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