Transportation Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on8380, Wise Avenue, Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89506, United States
About the Role
As a Transportation Leader at US Foods, you will serve as the operational backbone of our delivery network, ensuring that every associate, customer, and community member remains safe while we move food across the country. This role exists to cultivate a safety-first culture within the Transportation department, where operational excellence and people development go hand in hand.
You will spend your days bridging the gap between the office and the road. While you will manage schedules and analyze data from your desk, a significant portion of your time will be spent on the road, riding in trucks with drivers to observe operations firsthand. You will be exposed to the dynamic environment of the transportation industry, including the noise and vibration of the road, to truly understand the challenges your team faces daily.
Your day-to-day involves leading by example, conducting routine safety meetings, and engaging in one-on-one coaching to help drivers and clerical associates grow. You will be the first line of defense for safety, investigating accidents, maintaining qualification files, and ensuring strict adherence to DOT regulations. By fostering an atmosphere of upward communication, you will motivate your team to achieve department goals, reduce waste, and maintain a zero-error attitude that drives customer satisfaction.
Hiring Process
Candidates for this role will be evaluated on their ability to lead with a safety mindset and their experience in transportation or warehouse distribution. The selection process focuses on identifying individuals who can build high-performing teams and navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
US Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, gender, or other protected characteristics.
Work location
Work model: On-site
8380, Wise Avenue, Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89506, United States
Reno, Nevada
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDirect and supervise the work and productivity of drivers and clerical associates
- check_circleMonitor production goals and troubleshoot delivery problems to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction
- check_circleIdentify waste and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently
- check_circleParticipate in interviewing and hiring Transportation personnel to build high-performing teams
- check_circleInvestigate accidents, maintain accident files, and implement preventative actions
- check_circleEffectively schedule working shifts using planning tools like Microsoft Excel
- check_circleConduct routine Safety and Driver Meetings to reinforce policies and regulations
- check_circleOversee maintenance of driver qualification files and ensure DOT compliance
- check_circleLead safety initiatives and champion safety procedures to maintain a safety-first culture
- check_circleOversee and develop drivers through coaching, training, and performance reviews
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED required
- verifiedMinimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution
- verifiedMinimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce
- verifiedBroad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations
- verifiedStrong understanding of DOT requirements
- verifiedFamiliarity with inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements
- verifiedBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- verifiedCDL preferred
- verifiedCollege degree preferred
Nice to Have
Experience as a driver. CDL. College degree.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, and life insurancecheck_circleRetirement benefitscheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability coverageEmployee stock purchase plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, CDL, Dot Regulations, Osha.
Education: High school diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Transportation Manager at US Foods
What does a Transportation Manager at US Foods do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Transportation Manager at US Foods will direct and supervise the work and productivity of drivers and clerical associates; monitor production goals and troubleshoot delivery problems to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction; identify waste and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently; and participate in interviewing and hiring transportation personnel to build high-performing teams.
What are the requirements for this Transportation Manager role?expand_more
To qualify for the Transportation Manager at US Foods position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED required; Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution; Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce; Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations; Strong understanding of DOT requirements; and Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
Where is the Transportation Manager role at US Foods located?expand_more
Transportation Manager at US Foods is based in 8380, Wise Avenue, Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89506, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Transportation Manager job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
US Foods has listed this Transportation Manager role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Transportation Manager role?expand_more
Transportation Manager at US Foods typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Transportation Manager role at US Foods?expand_more
Key skills for Transportation Manager at US Foods include Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Office; CDL; Dot Regulations; and Osha.
What education is required for Transportation Manager at US Foods?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required; and College degree preferred.
What category does the Transportation Manager role belong to?expand_more
Transportation Manager at US Foods is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.