Transportation Manager

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Shift: Sunday-Thursday - Start Time 6pm

• Lead with a safety mindset that ensures every US Foods associate, our customers, and the general public remain injury free at all times. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create a safety‑first culture in the Transportation department.
• Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates through one‑on‑one coaching, training on policy and procedures, problem resolution, and leading by example.
• Discuss performance with Sr. Transportation Managers and create plans to address gaps.
• Create an atmosphere that encourages upward communication and motivates associates to achieve department goals and objectives.
• Direct and supervise the work and productivity of drivers and clerical associates within the department. Drive associate engagement and retention, and cultivate a culture that embodies US Foods values.
• Build high‑performing teams by participating in interviewing and hiring Transportation personnel, in conjunction with Sr. Transportation Managers. Review performance, coach on service and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.
• Monitor production goals and maintain a zero‑error attitude to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction. Anticipate, analyse and troubleshoot delivery problems and devise cost‑effective, legal solutions; implement them.
• Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine Safety and Driver Meetings.
• Oversee maintenance of driver qualification files.
• Investigate all accidents, maintain an accident file, track causes and take appropriate preventative action.
• Effectively schedule working shifts using Microsoft Excel.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

• Direct:
  Union and/or non‑union Drivers

• Internal:
  Transportation leaders and coworkers;
  Drivers;
  Warehouse leaders;
  Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
• External:
  Customers

• May spend significant time on the road and in a truck with drivers, exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher than those typically experienced in passenger cars. Will also spend time in an office working on a computer.

• Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution.
• Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce.
• Experience as a driver is a plus.

• Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Strong understanding of DOT requirements, familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office).

• 10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.

• Stand – OCCASIONALLY
• Walk – OCCASIONALLY
• Drive Vehicle – FREQUENTLY
• Sit – FREQUENTLY
• LIFT: 1‑10 lbs Occasionally, 11‑20 lbs Occasionally, 21‑50 lbs Occasionally, 51‑100 lbs Occasionally, Over 100 lbs – NEVER
• CARRY: 1‑10 lbs Occasionally, 11‑20 lbs Occasionally, 21‑50 lbs Occasionally, 51‑100 lbs Occasionally, Over 100 lbs – NEVER
• PUSH/PULL – OCCASIONALLY
• CLIMB/BALANCE – OCCASIONALLY
• STOOP/SQUAT – OCCASIONALLY
• KNEEL – OCCASIONALLY
• BEND – OCCASIONALLY
• REACH ABOVE SHOULDER – OCCASIONALLY
• TWIST – OCCASIONALLY
• GRASP OBJECTS – OCCASIONALLY
• MANIPULATE OBJECTS – OCCASIONALLY
• MANUAL DEXTERITY – OCCASIONALLY

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (e.g., state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $69,000 and $110,000.

EOE— Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***