Foodservice Transportation Manager

Performance Foodservice; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A large foodservice company seeks a Foodservice Transportation Manager to oversee transportation operations. The role involves managing drivers, ensuring DOT compliance, and handling logistics to optimize delivery efficiency. Candidates should have substantial transportation experience and leadership skills within a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 4-6 years transportation experience with knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Experience with computerized fleet management systems.
• Team lead or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manages transportation function, ensuring safe and efficient deliveries.
• Oversees staff hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Prepares transportation budgets and manages department expenses.

Skills

Team Leadership

Safety Compliance

Operational Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Summary:

Manages all aspects of the transportation function in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, including selection of qualified drivers, routing, driving, safety, unloading, fleet maintenance, customer/driver relationships, and Department of Transportation (DOT) and Operating Company (OpCo) compliance. Includes involvement with the driver selection and orientation process, handling employee relations issues including disciplinary action, monitoring DOT and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) compliance, managing Transportation Supervisors and monitoring the routing process to ensure customer satisfaction. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supervises Transportation Supervisor and/or staff of drivers to ensure deliveries are made in a safe, efficient and timely manner, maintaining dependability and customer satisfaction. Manages staff of drivers; hires, schedules, provides training and guidance, establishes job standards and regularly evaluates performance.
• Oversees day-to-day administration of delivery function including: managing, monitoring and approving department expenses, calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip and expense reports, and identifying and resolving problems. Operates a computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system (e.g., Tripmaster and Xata); ensures truck computer system is monitored and maintained.
• Prepares annual transportation operating budget; performs cost analyses (e.g., truck leases, fuel consumption, etc.) and coordinates financial reporting.
• Works closely with Warehouse Manager to ensure the highest level of efficiency within the operation.
• Responsible for scheduling truck deliveries and routing on a daily basis, including backhauls, and changes routes accordingly to meet customer needs and to maximize route profitability. Responsible for equipment scheduling and maintenance. Analyzes equipment needs (trucks, tractors, trailers) and determines type and number required. Sets up rental of additional vehicles as required and schedules equipment maintenance as necessary.
• Responsible for DOT compliance, monitoring DOT logs and ensuring drivers comply with DOT regulations. Responsible for compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains and updates all relevant information on drivers such as license, DOT medical certification, tickets for moving violations, accidents, and other risk and safety-related data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.

4-6 years transportation experience including in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems.

Team lead or supervisory experience.

Valid driver’s license required; Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services

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