Director, Transportation - SYGMA - US

FHLB Des Moines; Lancaster (CA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to ensure efficient product delivery through thorough planning and ongoing monitoring of driver performance, equipment condition, and business volume. The role focuses on cost-control and adherence to DOT regulations in a warehouse-based environment.

The candidate will manage driver payroll, route adjustments, and vendor invoicing while supervising transportation personnel to maximize asset utilization and profitability.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years or older.
• No drug or alcohol violations within the past 3 years.
• No open violations listed in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver performance and maintain records of pay, maintenance, and performance.
• Review driver logs to ensure accuracy and DOT compliance.
• Monitor equipment for safe operation and minimize breakdowns.
• Plan and schedule transportation personnel and process weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and manage accounts payable vouchers.
• Review routing for optimal efficiency and profitability across trips.

Skills

Employee relations

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma/GED; 4-year degree preferred

Job description

Company: US3223 Sygma Southern California (The Sygma Network, Inc) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 93536 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $112,100.00 - $168,100.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

Job Summary

Responsible for the efficient and timely delivery of the product to our customers, accomplished through thorough planning and an on-going process of monitoring driver performance, equipment condition and performance, and business volume, while effectively managing expenses in an ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Closely monitor driver performance via the use of the trip master and other control features.
• Maintain detailed records of driver pay, equipment maintenance and equipment performance.
• Review driver logs and paperwork to ensure accuracy and adherence to policy and DOT regulations.
• Closely monitor equipment to ensure safe operation and minimize breakdowns.
• Order necessary parts and equipment used in driver performance of responsibilities.
• Review routing and make the necessary adjustments to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Hire, train, direct, and discipline transportation personnel to achieve the most effective use of human and physical assets.
• Plan and schedule assignments for the transportation personnel; process the weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and complete A/P (accounts payable) vouchers.
• Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage, fuel cost, and fuel economy.
• Monitor monthly expenses in relation to planning and make the necessary changes.
• Perform the necessary requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Review backhauls to ensure profitability.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma/GED 4-year degree preferred

Experience: 5 – 8 years of transportation supervisor experience. 4 years of transportation experience.

Professional Skills: Must possess good employee relations skills. Must have the ability to communicate clearly, primarily via telephone, with vendors, shippers, customers, and Company personnel.

Physical Demands: Work is primarily sedentary in nature. Frequent standing and bending are required when checking equipment. A substantial portion of the day is spent on data entry.

Mental/Visual Demands: Must be able to read text that is close and at a distance with or without correction. Must be able to perform manual tasks, hear, sit, reach, lift, and interact with others.

Work Environment: Office is situated in the warehouse. Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside.

Equipment Operated: A calculator, copier, fax, PC, Microsoft Office applications, CRT, Trip Master software, TRUCKS routing system.

Licenses, Registration and/or Certifications

CDL License: Important Notice for CDL Holders: If you hold a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you will be designated as a CDL driver for Sysco, regardless of the specific position for which you are applying. As a result, this classification may affect your job responsibilities and will subject you to compliance requirements under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations — including participation in the DOT Drug and Alcohol Random Testing Program.

Candidates must have

• Be 21 years or older
• No drug or alcohol violations within the past 3 years
• No open violations listed in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Sustainability Report and 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.