Transportation Manager

About Mexcor Established in 1989, Morales Capital Group, is a portfolio of companies including MBG, Mexcor International, MFI, Globalternative Solutions, VivaVerse, and Viva Center. It is a primarily a family-owned, multi-generational importer & distributor of alcohol beverages headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded by Celia Villanueva and joined by her son Eduardo Morales in 2014, MCG has grown to be the 3rd largest alcohol beverage distributor in Texas, the 4th largest spirits distributor in Florida and 6th in California. MCG has cultivated and established a network of partnerships with over 140 regional distributors and control states resulting in reach and presence in all 50 states in the US. MCG offers a carefully curated, diverse portfolio of top-quality brands sourced from all over the world and strives to provide exceptional levels of service to our business partners every day. We are guided by our primary PURPOSE, our CORE VALUES and our RESPONSIBILITIES towards our ASSOCIATES, CUSTOMERS, SUPPLIERS & COMMUNITY. Morales Beverage Group seeks a Transportation Manager for the Houston location. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees. JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily and strategic transportation operations of Morales Beverage Group. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of goods while maintaining full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Transportation Manager leads a team of supervisors, drivers, and transportation staff; oversees fleet operations; tracks transportation expenses; and supports continuous process improvement. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires the ability to assist with deliveries as needed. MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me. People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic. Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership & Team Development Supervise, coach, and develop the transportation team, including supervisors, drivers, and support staff. Promote a strong safety culture and ensure consistent application of policies and expectations. Conduct training and performance reviews, and implement corrective actions as needed. All other duties as assigned by leadership. Route Planning & Optimization Oversee the planning and execution of optimized delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective service. Utilize routing software and performance data to identify efficiencies and reduce delivery time and fuel use. Step in to assist with deliveries when necessary, including driving routes during peak periods or staff shortages. Compliance & Safety Oversight Ensure compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations, including hours of service and driver qualifications. Lead safety meetings, driver training programs, and ongoing compliance audits. Maintain accurate records of driver logs, inspections, accidents, and safety performance. Fleet Coordination Manage fleet availability, maintenance schedules, and vehicle repairs in coordination with internal and external maintenance teams. Monitor vehicle usage, fuel consumption, and inspection records. Ensure all vehicles meet legal and company standards for operation. Customer Service Support Monitor and ensure on-time and accurate deliveries to meet customer expectations. Collaborate with customer service and warehouse teams to resolve service issues promptly. Foster a customer-first culture within the transportation team. Budget Tracking & Expense Monitoring Track and report on transportation-related expenses such as fuel, labor hours, and maintenance costs. Support finance and operations leadership by providing accurate cost data and operational insights. Help identify cost-saving opportunities through improved routing, schedu…

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