Asst Program Manager Jobs in Phoenix, AZ (NOW HIRING)

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As the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier, we are driven to innovate the transportation industry. Knight is a career destination for passionate and talented people seeking growth and opportunity with an industry leader.
What do we live by? The answer is simple...OUR PEOPLE! Knight Transportation is powered by people. We are committed to a culture of high expectations and exceptional performance. At Knight, we hire good teammates who share our values, unselfishly take personal accountability for results, and bring innovative ideas to the table. Our people are passionate about continual learning, display honesty and mutual respect, and give their best every day.
Join our Knight Family as we offer results-driven people a place to make a difference in a stable and maturing industry.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do
Ensure the smooth delivery of all company wide recognition programs to employees.

• Delegate appropriate tasks/duties as needed to other recognition team members.
• Deliver an excellent recognition experience for all company sponsored plans (annual service rewards, million mile achievement rewards, etc.)
• Develop and implement user friendly processes that enable employees to receive and select gift or award.
• Advocate company goals with designated vendors relating to quality of awards, delivery and distribution.
• Ensure recognition database is maintained and provides employees with appropriate gift or award based on years of service, or driver achievement, etc.)
• Track expenditures and ensure cost assigned to correct GL.
• Communicate achievements to leadership and provide guidance on best way to recognize the individual's achievement.
• Adhere to and effectively communicate the recognition program award eligibility criteria and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to produce compelling and informative videos and communications.
• Lead efforts to coordinate nationwide events that recognize drivers and employees. (Million Mile Drivers, Driver Appreciation Week, etc).
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objective.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 3+ years' experience in rewards and recognition programs or similar roles required.
• Experience in transportation industry preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Must be able to manage programs from conception, to development, execution and completion.
• Must possess exceptional organizational skills and strong follow-up discipline.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to collaborate with others.
• Must be able to prioritize competing deadlines, and keep multiple programs moving without losing details.
• Must be a strong team player who can partner across departments and hold others accountable professionally.
• Must be comfortable reviewing data, identifying trends, and turning information into action plans.

Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annual

What we offer:

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.