What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager position at Performance Foodservice?
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
The Transportation Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of product shipments from production to the end-user. Here are some of their key responsibilities: planning and supervising shipments, scheduling routes, tracking orders, coordinating, monitoring transportation costs, ensuring compliance, maintaining records. Transportation Managers play a crucial role in the supply chain, ensuring that goods are delivered on time and in good condition.
Major Functional Responsibilities:
- Ensure that shipments are handled efficiently, safely, and within budget.
- Organizing daily and weekly routes for transportation vehicles.
- Use systems like barcodes and tracking software to monitor shipments.
- Ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Keeping track of expenses to stay within budget.
- Make sure all shipments comply with legal regulations.
- Keep detailed records of all transportation activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications:
Required Education:- Bachelor's Degree - Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Work Experience:
- 5 - 7 Years Related experience
- 6 Months - 1 Year Supervisory or management experience
Required Qualifications:
- Several years of experience in transportation, logistics, or a related field.
- Ability to coordinate complex logistics and plan routes effectively.
- Proficiency in transportation management software and tracking systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication for coordinating with various stakeholders.
- Ability to quickly address and resolve transportation issues.
- Understanding of legal regulations and safety requirements.
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.