Transportation Leader: Safety, Coaching & Operations

Energy Jobline ZR; Montgomery (AL); On-site; 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 and long-term incentives

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead a safety-first culture within the Transportation department, guiding drivers and associates through coaching, policy training, and performance plans. The role requires strong leadership, DOT compliance knowledge, and ability to analyze financial and operational data.

You will schedule shifts, oversee driver qualifications, and drive improvements in efficiency and safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution.
• Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce.
• Experience as a driver is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives to keep drivers, associates, and the public injury-free.
• Coach and develop drivers and Transportation staff through policy training and performance plans.
• Ensure DOT compliance and interpret financial and operational data.
• Schedule shifts and manage labor planning using tools like Excel.
• Investigate accidents and implement preventative actions.
• Oversee driver qualification files and team productivity.

Skills

Leadership

DOT compliance

Financial/operational data

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead a safety-first culture within the Transportation department, guiding drivers and associates through coaching, policy training, and performance plans. The role requires strong leadership, DOT compliance knowledge, and ability to analyze financial and operational data.

You will schedule shifts, oversee driver qualifications, and drive improvements in efficiency and safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams across the organization.