Transportation Manager: Lead Drivers & Safety

Smart Foodservice Stores; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Foodservice Stores is seeking a Manager, Transportation to lead a safety-minded department, coach drivers, and drive cost-efficient, compliant outbound shipments to customers and distribution centers. You will oversee staffing, training, and performance, ensuring accurate, timely deliveries while upholding company values.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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 with a safety mindset to ensure injury-free operations and a safety-first culture.
• Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates through coaching and policy training.
• Schedule and supervise work, monitor production goals, and ensure DOT compliance.

Skills

Transportation operations

Leadership

DOT compliance

Safety training

People development

Budgeting / cost control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Smart Foodservice Stores is seeking a Manager, Transportation to lead a safety-minded department, coach drivers, and drive cost-efficient, compliant outbound shipments to customers and distribution centers. You will oversee staffing, training, and performance, ensuring accurate, timely deliveries while upholding company values.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.