TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
Company: US Foods, Inc.
Location: Wayzata
Posted on: October 5, 2024
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -
--- 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. Champion safety
procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a
safety-first culture in the Transportation department.
--- Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates
through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures,
assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by
example. Ensure all drivers and other Transportation department
associates are appropriately trained in job duties as well as
safety and legal responsibilities.
--- Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates by
discussing performance with Sr. Transportation Managers and
creating plans to address gaps.
--- Create an atmosphere in which upward communication is
encouraged, and motivate associates to achieve department goals and
objectives.
--- Direct and supervise the work and productivity of drivers and
clerical associates within the Transportation department. Drive
associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that
embodies US Foods values.
--- Build high-performing teams by participating in interviewing
and hiring Transportation personnel, in conjunction with Sr.
Transportation Managers. Review performance, coach on service and
safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action.
--- Monitor production goals and maintain a zero-error attitude to
ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction. Anticipate, analyze and
troubleshoot problems with deliveries and devise cost-effective and
legal solutions; act to implement same. Ensure team understands and
adheres to DOT regulations.
--- Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work
more safely and efficiently.
--- Conduct routine Safety and Driver Meetings.
Oversee maintenance of driver qualification files.
--- Investigate all accidents, maintain an accident file, track
causes and take appropriate preventative action.--- Effectively
schedule working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools
(i.e., Microsoft Excel)
--- Other duties assigned by manager.The following information is
provided in accordance with certain state and local laws.
Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other
factors permitted by law. - The expected compensation for this role
is between $66,000 and $88,000. - This role is also eligible for
[annual incentive plan]. Benefits for this role 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. -To review available benefits,
please click here: .
SUPERVISION:
--- Direct: Union and/or non-union Drivers
RELATIONSHIPS
--- Internal: Transportation leaders and coworkers; Drivers;
Warehouse leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g.,
Sales)
--- External: Customers
WORK ENVIRONMENT
--- May spend significant amount of time on the road. 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. Will spend time in an office working
on a computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Related Experience/Requirements:
--- Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery
or warehouse distribution required.
--- Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce
required.
--- Experience as a driver a plus.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: -
--- Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods
and procedures.
--- Strong leadership, communication and people development
skills.
--- Strong understanding of DOT requirements. Familiarity with
inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
--- Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
--- Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office).Travel:---10%
travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training.
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Education/Training:
--- High school diploma or GED required; college degree
preferred.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
--- Must be able to perform the following physical activities for
described length of time:
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% -
100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:
STAND: OCCASIONALLYWALK: OCCASIONALLYDRIVE VEHICLE 1:
FREQUENTLYSIT: FREQUENTLYLIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs (Light):
OCCASIONALLY21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY51-100 lbs (Heavy):
OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVERCARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs (Light):
OCCASIONALLY21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY51-100 lbs (Heavy):
OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVERPUSH/PULL 2:
OCCASIONALLYCLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLYSTOOP/SQUAT:
OCCASIONALLYKNEEL: OCCASIONALLYBEND: OCCASIONALLYREACH ABOVE
SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLYTWIST: OCCASIONALLYGRASP OBJECTS 4:
OCCASIONALLYMANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLYMANUAL DEXTERITY 6:
OCCASIONALLY1 (Drive Vehicle: Van, pallet jack)2 (Push/Pull: Hand
truck, dolly, product)3 (Climb/Balance: In/out of trucks)4 (Grasp
Objects: Pens, telephone, paper, computer mouse, boxes, hand truck
handle/control, dolly handle, steering wheel)5 (Manipulate Objects:
Paper files, spread sheets, boxes of product, hand truck/dolly gear
shift)6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as
copiers, printers)#LI-BR1
Keywords: US Foods, Inc., Eden Prairie , TRANSPORTATION MANAGER, Executive , Wayzata, Minnesota
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