Director of Transportation

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
  
  

Position Purpose:

Manages all aspects of the transportation function in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, including selection of qualified drivers, routing, driving, safety, unloading, fleet maintenance, customer/driver relationships, and Department of Transportation (DOT) and Operating Company (OpCo) compliance. Includes involvement with the driver selection and orientation process, handling employee relations issues including disciplinary action, monitoring DOT and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) compliance, managing Transportation Supervisors and monitoring the routing process to ensure customer satisfaction. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. May include Supervisor, Transportation and/or staff of drivers to ensure deliveries are made in a safe, efficient and timely manner, maintaining dependability and customer satisfaction
• Oversees day-to-day administration of delivery function including: managing, monitoring and approving department expenses, calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip and expense reports, and identifying and resolving problems. Operates a computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system (e.g., Roadnet and ELD); ensures truck computer system is monitored and maintained.
• Works closely with Warehouse Manager to ensure the highest level of efficiency within the operation.
• Responsible for scheduling truck deliveries and routing on a daily basis, including backhauls, and changes routes accordingly to meet customer needs and to maximize route profitability. Responsible for equipment scheduling and maintenance. Analyzes equipment needs (trucks, tractors, trailers) and determines type and number required. Sets up rental of additional vehicles as required and schedules equipment maintenance as necessary.
• Responsible for DOT compliance, monitoring DOT logs and ensuring drivers comply with DOT regulations.
• Maintains and updates all relevant information on drivers such as license, DOT medical certification, tickets for moving violations, accidents, and other risk and safety-related data.
• Drives organizational commitment to safety by establishing clear expectations, reinforcing safe behaviors, and ensuring compliance with DOT and industry safety standards.
• Builds an engaged, high-performing team by coaching and developing associates, improving retention, fostering accountability, recognizing performance, and developing future leaders to support long-term organizational success.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

4-6 Years of Transportation experience including in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems.

Demonstrated experience managing large-scale transportation networks, fleets, or distribution operations.

Experience developing and managing transportation budgets and controlling expenses

Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record