US Foods

Sr. Transportation Manager

Phoenix AZ · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$11k-$20kDetected 21 days ago

Outbound SalesExcelProcess ImprovementHRISLeadershipCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeOSHA

About the role

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Achieve all safety, service, and cost targets in the Transportation department.
Anticipate, analyze and troubleshoot problems with deliveries and devise cost-effective and legal solutions; direct managers on implementation.
Must spend portion of working time in a truck with drivers, exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher than those typically experienced in passenger cars.

Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the Transportation department.
Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation personnel by discussing performance with Transportation Managers and creating plans to address gaps. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values.
Monitor production goals and maintain a zero-error attitude to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction.
Ensure optimum delivery reliability to the customer by developing efficient and effective production flow processes and identifying process improvement and cost reduction strategies that are in line with business objectives.
Build high-performing teams by reviewing staffing requirements and monitoring interviewing and hiring of Transportation personnel. Review performance, coach to achieve service and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.

Minimum of five years of experience in transportation/delivery supervision required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.
Oversee and develop Transportation Managers through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example.
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures.
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills.
Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates/departments within the company.
Strong understanding of DOT, inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).
The expected base rate for this role is between

https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).

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Manager, Transportation will ensure a Transportation department culture focused on people, safety, service, and cost through meaningful engagements with Transportation leaders and associates, best in-class service to customers, and safe and profitable operations.
They will use their expertise in transportation operations to ensure safe, accurate and timely daily outbound shipments to customers and other distribution centers within the organization, and to ensure a secure working environment for all team members.
Transportation leaders and coworkers; VP Operations; Drivers; Routers; Warehouse leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales)
Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate, our customers, and the general public with whom our drivers interact remain injury free, always.

EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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