Sr. Transportation Manager

Overview

The Sr. Manager, Transportation – SSA will ensure a transportation department culture focused on people, safety, service, and cost. The role involves leading transportation operations, coordinating shipments, maintaining a safe working environment, and driving cost‑effective processes.

• Achieve safety, service, and cost targets; promote a safety‑first culture.
• Oversee and develop Transportation Managers through coaching, training, and problem resolution.
• Develop drivers and personnel, addressing performance gaps and fostering engagement and retention.
• Build high‑performing teams by reviewing staffing, hiring, and coaching to meet service and safety objectives.
• Monitor production goals, maintain a zero‑error attitude, and address delivery issues with legal and cost‑effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal DOT regulations.
• Improve delivery reliability through efficient production flow and process improvements aligned with business goals.
• Identify waste and improve processes for safety and efficiency.
• Analyze daily performance metrics and recommend changes to VP Operations.
• In union facilities, assist HR and VP Operations with collective bargaining agreement provisions, discipline, grievances, and arbitrations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the manager.

• Direct:
  Transportation Managers, union and/or non‑union transportation associates (Dispatchers, Clerks, Routers).
• Indirect:
  Union and/or non‑union drivers.

• Internal:
  Transportation leaders, VP Operations, drivers, routers, warehouse leaders, and cross‑departmental customers (e.g., Sales).
• External:
  Customers.

Time spent in an office working on a computer and in a truck with drivers, exposed to higher levels of noise and vibration.

• Minimum five years of transportation/delivery supervisory experience.

• Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods, and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people‑development skills.
• Effective communication across all associates and departments.
• Knowledge of DOT, inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams).

10% travel required for mandatory meetings and training.

High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.

Stand – Occasionally

Walk – Occasionally

Drive Vehicle – Occasionally

Sit – Occasionally

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 – Frequently

Manipulate Objects – Occasionally

Manual Dexterity – Occasionally

The role offers health insurance, pre‑tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

Base pay range: $80,000 – $130,000, depending on experience, education, skills, and location. Incentive compensation may also be available.

US Foods is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.