Administration Manager Full-time Job

As an Administration Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all Terminal Administration, Customer Service, APT, Check in, Check out, LH OTB and reporting department Functions. Developing an engaged and motivated admin team is critical to the success in this role. A motivated, administrative professional with an emphasis on being customer solution and process improvement focused will be key elements to your success.

You will be a key manager in the terminal and have an important role in the overall success of the operations and will need to work with the other managers as a unified team to accomplish a high satisfaction rate with the customers and improve current processes.

How You’ll Help

• Manage the admin staff to ensure each meets service, quality and productivity objectives.
• Plan and coordinate administrative procedures and systems; devise ways to streamline processes.
• Manage employee issues such as individual poor performance, inappropriate behaviour, absenteeism, etc.
• Recruit and train employees on systems, processes and workflows.
• Help lead and apply the performance management processes, supporting employees in their personal and performance development.
• Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints.
• Ensure employee scheduling is optimal to meet customer, operational demands and ensure compliance with internal hours of work policy.
• Work collaboratively with terminal-based teams and teams performing centralized corporate functions.
• Maintain a high level of service to both internal and external customers.
• Cultivate and foster a positive and productive culture in the office.
• Manage and maintain a safe office environment.
• Oversee general office communications and announcements.
• Assist Terminal Manager with special projects as needed.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee inquiries about office policies, benefits, and other HR matters.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new employees at Day & Ross.
• Serve as the liaison between different departments, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
• Regularly review KPIs to ensure they remain relevant as the organization’s goals or priorities.
• May perform other duties and/or responsibilities as required.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• Post-secondary education in business administration or related field, an asset
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered
• 1-year experience in a billing department, transportation, or related field
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Previous project management of large complex projects is beneficial.
• Must demonstrate deep knowledge of the technology environment.
• Background in business or equivalent work experience would be preferred.
• Experience in, or exposure to complex supply chain management methodologies 
• Communication skills - advanced
• Computer skills – accuracy, MS products, Oracle, web-based programs
• Demonstrated customer relationship skills
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Detail-orientated with the ability to work accurately in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Ability to champion business needs collaboratively to colleagues
• Results focused.

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, weve been recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies. Weve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.