Mgr Branch Logistics - Non Cdl

Position: MGR BRANCH LOGISTICS - NON CDL
At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.
** ABOUT THE COMPANY
*** Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients  are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients.
Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.
* Managers will manage full-time/part-time employees and drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures across the organization.  Most importantly, this position nurtures culture and engagement while overseeing strategies focused on improving the overall experience of employees and patients.  Key responsibilities for creating a positive, employee-centric environment include:
* Cultivating and promoting a culture that reinforces Apria’s vision and core values by creating a diverse, inclusive and psychologically safe work environment.
* Creating an inspiring team atmosphere with an open communication culture.
* Maintaining a big picture perspective; able to link programs, activities, and communications in ways that support a cohesive employee experience.
* Setting clear, concise, and attainable team goals.
* Motivating team members to  be fully engaged and to perform at their fullest potential.
* Leading by example with clear direction, candid feedback, and a communication style that results in trust and optimism.
* Recognizing high performance and reward accomplishments.
* Encouraging creativity.
* Suggesting and organizing team-building activities.
** JOB SUMMARY
** The Manager, Branch Logistics performs, plans, and coordinates the daily activity of all Logistics personnel and functions.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Manages the Logistics department for the branch to optimize timely and accurate delivery of products
* Promotes staff compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, where applicable, including, but not limited to, providing documents for the driver qualification file and abiding by hours of service, daily log, hazardous materials (placarding, training and shipping papers)
* Promotes vehicle safety, including daily vehicle inspections and reports, and maintenance regulations
* Manages daily and on-call Delivery employee schedules
* Completes daily route preparation
* Assigns additional routes as patient and referral requests are received.  May occasionally perform Delivery responsibilities when needed
* Performs special projects such as researching methods to improve productivity and cut costs in the branch distribution function
* May work with Corporate Purchasing on the ordering of special equipment and new products
* Solves problems involving Delivery staff shortages, route changes, and loading equipment
* Monitors and/or maintains close contact with Delivery staff throughout day to troubleshoot problems and facilitate the completion of routes in a timely and accurate manner.
* Manage the proper and efficient loading of trucks and assist with loading trucks when necessary
* Assists with special orders and equipment.
* Maintains daily vehicle maintenance logs and incident reports
* Maintains proper levels of stock in warehouse to ensure maximum profitability
* Performs minor equipment repair and maintenance, as required, and maintains equipment documentation
* Responds to inquiries from patients, referral sources, vendors and Delivery staff regarding equipment orders, patient problems and delivery-related incidents
* Perform on-call duties, as needed
* Manage multiple branch locations, as needed
* Performs other duties as assigned
** SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Typically supervises a team of supervisors and primarily nonexempt employees
* Responsible for hiring, coaching, and performance management of subordinate staff
* Ensures that all direct reports and…