Transportation Manager

Sysco; Florida; On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a transportation manager to lead safe, efficient, and timely product delivery across Florida, overseeing driver performance, vehicle condition, and cost management.

Responsibilities include monitoring DOT compliance, payroll processing, routing optimization, and staff leadership to maximize asset use while ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4–8 years of transportation management experience.
• Strong computer experience and routing platforms.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Union experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver performance using available technology and control features.
• Maintain detailed records of driver pay, equipment maintenance, and performance.
• Review driver logs and paperwork for accuracy and DOT compliance.
• Monitor equipment for safe operation and minimize breakdowns.
• Order parts and equipment for driver responsibilities.
• Review routing and adjust for optimal efficiency.
• Hire, train, direct and discipline transportation personnel.
• Plan and schedule work assignments for transportation staff.
• Process bi-weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and complete A/P vouchers.
• Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage and costs.
• Monitor monthly expenses and adjust planning as needed.
• Fulfill all DOT requirements and ensure safety compliance.
• Direct driver observations related to safety and delivery procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Transportation management

DOT regulations

Routing platforms

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Up to $85,000

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• A high school diploma/GED.

Experience:

• 4 - 8 years of transportation experience within a management level.
• Strong computer experience and routing platforms.
• Department of Transportation (DOT)regulations.
• Knowledge of union experience preferred.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of the product to our customers, accomplished through thorough planning and an on-going process of monitoring driver performance, equipment condition, and business volume while effectively managing expenses in an ever-changing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Closely monitor driver performance via the use of available technology and other control features.
• Maintain detailed records of driver pay, equipment maintenance, and equipment performance.
• Review driver logs and paperwork to ensure accuracy and adherence to policy and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Closely monitor equipment to ensure safe operation and minimize breakdown.
• Order necessary parts and equipment used in driver performance of responsibilities.
• Review routing and make the necessary adjustments to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Hire, train, direct and discipline transportation personnel to achieve the most effective use of human and physical assets.
• Plan and schedule the assignment of work for transportation personnel
• Process bi-weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and complete A/P vouchers.
• Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage, fuel costs, and fuel economy.
• Monitor monthly expenses in relation to planning and make the necessary changes.
• Perform the necessary requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Assure safety awareness and compliance practices are adhered to in the department and distribution center.
• Direct and coordinate all driver observations relative to safe operations, the performance of PWM and accurate delivery procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.