Night Transportation Manager - Lead Safety & Drivers

US Foods; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Night Transportation Manager to lead a transportation team, drive safe and cost-efficient daily outbound shipments, and manage a workforce across drivers and clerical staff.

The role emphasizes safety, coaching, and adherence to DOT regulations while ensuring high service levels to customers and collaboration with warehouse and sales teams. The position requires strong leadership and experience in transportation operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution.
• Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce.
• Strong knowledge of DOT requirements and safety standards.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Basic computer skills and software familiarity (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Lead with a safety mindset to ensure injury-free workplaces.
• Oversee and develop drivers and transportation staff through coaching and training.
• Monitor and meet production goals and accuracy for outbound shipments.
• Schedule shifts and allocate resources; manage vendor and internal relationships.
• Identify waste, improve processes, and ensure DOT compliance.

Skills

Leadership

DOT compliance

Communication

People development

Budget/financial data

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

US Foods in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Night Transportation Manager to lead a transportation team, drive safe and cost-efficient daily outbound shipments, and manage a workforce across drivers and clerical staff.

The role emphasizes safety, coaching, and adherence to DOT regulations while ensuring high service levels to customers and collaboration with warehouse and sales teams. The position requires strong leadership and experience in transportation operations.