Be Part of the Future of Sleep!

 

At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company, we're a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta®, Beautyrest®, Simmons® and Tuft & Needle®.

 

What You'll Do: Lead a safety-first culture by implementing safety policies, training programs, and DOT regulations to eliminate work-related injuries. Partner with Corp Logistics and Plant Transportation Manager to promptly report and investigate fleet driver accidents and injuries. Collaborate with Corp Logistics and Plant Transportation Manager to achieve delivery, cost, and quality service objectives. Manage daily fleet dispatch and ensure efficient coordination of deliveries and pick-ups of returned merchandise. Resolve driver and customer issues while ensuring effective communication regarding delivery delays. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance fleet operations. Build strong relationships with drivers, responding proactively to their concerns. Stay current with industry trends by attending relevant training in delivery, DOT, and health/safety regulations. How You'll Do It: Optimize the cost-effectiveness of the delivery function by managing labor utilization, preventing excess hours, downtime, and overtime, and ensuring efficient use of transportation equipment. Ensure full compliance with DOT regulations, including monitoring driver logs, critical events, performance, accident reporting, and vehicle maintenance. Oversee the proper use of Omnitracs ELD system and fleet EPOD devices for accurate delivery information and DOT compliance. Prepare daily management and weekly mileage reports for state fuel tax reporting and other necessary reports. Monitor drivers’ mileage and wage systems to ensure accurate compensation. Work in a manufacturing environment, occasionally lifting products up to 100 lbs. What You'll Bring: High School Diploma with 5+ years of transportation experience, including at least 5 years in fleet management with direct driver supervision. Bachelor’s degree in transportation or supply chain management preferred; Lean training/certification is a plus. Strong understanding of DOT and OSHA regulations, as well as federal, state, and local health and safety standards. Proficient in using data-driven metrics and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken.

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Why work at Serta Simmons Bedding?

 

When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.

 

Benefits and Perks (USA, Salary non-union- optional):

Health, Dental, and Vision

Annual employee contribution to HSA

401K with company match

Paid Time Off / Vacation

12 company holidays

Sick days

Company paid short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Discount programs including Friends and family discounts

Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

 

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

 

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

 

SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.

 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to where legally required, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.