Job Description
A busy dry-cleaning business is seeking a dependable, organized, and hands-on Route Manager to oversee daily delivery operations. This role involves coordinating a fleet of seven vans, planning efficient routes, inspecting vehicles and deliveries, and preparing orders for drivers. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, comfortable with physical work, and able to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking drivers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Route Planning: Organize and coordinate daily routes for a fleet of seven vans to ensure efficient and timely deliveries.
- Driver Coordination: Communicate with drivers throughout the day, provide directions and support, and help resolve any route-related issues.
- Vehicle Inspections: Conduct routine inspections of vans to ensure they are ready for daily operations.
- Order Preparation: Prepare, organize, sort, and load orders for delivery. This is a hands-on role that requires lifting and moving items.
- Daily Operations: Monitor routes and deliveries to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.
- Quality Control: Verify orders and ensure the correct items are prepared for delivery.
- Problem-Solving: Address scheduling delays, delivery issues, and other operational challenges as they arise.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in route management, delivery coordination, logistics, or a similar operational role is preferred.
- Spanish-speaking ability is required to communicate effectively with drivers.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple drivers and routes simultaneously.
- Comfortable with physical work, including lifting, moving, and preparing orders.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.