Route Driver - Full Time - Columbia, SC

Description

Position Purpose

The CHEP LVR Representative / Route Driver will be responsible for executing multiple less-than-truckload deliveries and collections daily.

They will be responsible for route and volume optimization through the development of customer and internal support partnerships.

They will be actively involved in the development and implementation of key growth components of the CHEP LVR Program. This will include partnering with multiple internal functions, building and executing project plans as well as leading teammates through training of new processes.

Major / Key Accountabilities

Operate a CHEP owned box truck (or similar equipment) in compliance with all DOT Regulations and CHEP Safety requirements

Execute deliveries and collection of empty pallets (and possibly other assets) at locations provided by CHEP as efficiently as possible

Work with local customers on program compliance in order to drive efficiencies and increase collection volumes

Document all delivery and collection data (times, mileages, volumes, customer comments, etc.) and communicate to CHEP LVR support personnel

Visit potential collection locations to explain the CHEP LVR Program, gather data / information with the goal being adding locations to the Program’s customer base

Develop, communicate and implement improved processes focusing on key performance areas within the LVR operations

Partner with internal resources to build and execute project plans

Serve as a resource and trainer for LVR Representatives on key performance areas

Measures

DOT & Safety Compliance

On Time Performance / Customer Service Levels

Operational Cost Optimization

Total Pallets Delivered / Collected

New Customer / Location Growth

LVR Program Cost Performance

Authority / Decision Making

Customer Issue Resolution

Delivery / Collection Prioritization

Working Autonomously

Working within a Matrix Environment

Key contacts

Internal : Asset Recovery Reps

Asset Recovery Reps

LVR Coordinators

Customer Service Field Reps

Service Center / Operations Supervisors, Clerks and Managers

External :

Key Retail & Manufacturing Customers (Local level)

NPDs (Local level)

Potential Customers (Local Level)

Qualifications

Willing to lift 65 lbs. on a regular basis

Must have a clean driving record

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card with no restrictions

Able to execute and optimize provided delivery / collection routes

Strong communication skills

On-the-fly Problem Solving

Comfortable working autonomously

Able to develop relationships with new customers

Strong Analytical skills

Able to lead peers

Experience

Multi-stop driving

DOT & Safety Compliance Ownership

Route Optimization / Management

Local Customer Relationship Building

Front line operations leadership

New Customer Development (Desired)

Skills and Knowledge

DOT Regulations

Basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Routing Management Apps / Software (Desired)

Customer Service Programs

Languages

Essential : English

English

Desirable : Spanish

Spanish

Preferred Education

High School

Preferred Level of Work Experience

1 - 3 years

Remote Type

Fully Remote

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