Strategic Dairy Transportation & Distribution Leader

Dairy Farmers of America; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America seeks an experienced Transportation and Distribution Manager to lead planning, scheduling, and execution of dairy logistics across facilities. You will develop policies, optimize routes, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance with DOT and safety standards.

You will supervise managers and staff, drive process improvements, and partner with operations, procurement and legal to deliver cost-efficient, reliable service. Travel 25–50% is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Undergraduate degree preferred.
• 8+ years in distribution, logistics or transportation with supervisory/management experience.
• 2+ years of management experience preferred; various certifications/licenses may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and execution of transportation and distribution activities in compliance with company and regulatory rules.
• Analyze processes to improve efficiency and determine optimal equipment requirements to minimize expenses while maintaining service levels.
• Communicate with production facilities and leadership; present findings and recommendations.
• Establish positive relationships with customers to ensure optimal service.
• Oversee scheduling, work assignments and optimization of truck movements for cost efficiency.
• Coordinate contracted services and review carrier agreements; negotiate rates as needed.
• Monitor and report KPIs; manage budgets and control costs.
• Ensure staff accountability and handle escalated inquiries or issues.
• Support safety, environmental, and regulatory reporting; assist in investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Transportation knowledge

DOT compliance

Project management

Excel

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Undergraduate degree preferred

Certificates/licenses relevant to trucking/logistics

Tools

Routing software

Telematics

Handheld devices

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America seeks an experienced Transportation and Distribution Manager to lead planning, scheduling, and execution of dairy logistics across facilities. You will develop policies, optimize routes, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance with DOT and safety standards.

You will supervise managers and staff, drive process improvements, and partner with operations, procurement and legal to deliver cost-efficient, reliable service. Travel 25–50% is expected.