Senior Transportation Manager: Safety, Service & Efficiency

US Foods; Fontana, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Sr. Manager, Transportation to lead a safety-focused, cost-aware transportation operation. You will ensure safe, timely outbound shipments and a secure working environment for all team members across the organization.

You will oversee Transportation Managers and drivers, mentor staff, and drive DOT compliance, process improvements, and cost containment. Leadership and collaboration with the VP Operations are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in transportation/delivery supervision.
• Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.
• Ability to interpret DOT, inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Achieve safety, service, and cost targets in the Transportation department.
• Oversee and develop Transportation Managers through coaching, training on policy and procedures, and problem resolution.
• Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation personnel by discussing performance and creating improvement plans.
• Build high-performing teams by staffing, interviewing and hiring Transportation personnel and delivering coaching.
• Monitor production goals and ensure accuracy; troubleshoot delivery issues and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal DOT regulations.
• Improve delivery reliability and identify cost-reduction opportunities aligned with business goals.
• Identify waste and improve processes for safer, more efficient work.

Skills

Safety leadership

People development

Leadership

Communication

DOT knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Sr. Manager, Transportation to lead a safety-focused, cost-aware transportation operation. You will ensure safe, timely outbound shipments and a secure working environment for all team members across the organization.

You will oversee Transportation Managers and drivers, mentor staff, and drive DOT compliance, process improvements, and cost containment. Leadership and collaboration with the VP Operations are essential for success.