What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager position at Sodexo USA?
Job Description
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily transportation operations at a client site in King of Prussia, PA. This hands-on leadership role oversees first and second shift transportation services, with primary working hours of 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The Transportation Manager will supervise a team of 10 drivers responsible for transporting employees and visitors between client sites, train stations, and campus buildings. This position ensures safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services while maintaining fleet readiness, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will partner with clients and operational leaders to deliver exceptional service and support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Corporate Services
Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace.
What You'll Do
Benefits
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
What You Bring
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily transportation operations at a client site in King of Prussia, PA. This hands-on leadership role oversees first and second shift transportation services, with primary working hours of 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The Transportation Manager will supervise a team of 10 drivers responsible for transporting employees and visitors between client sites, train stations, and campus buildings. This position ensures safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services while maintaining fleet readiness, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will partner with clients and operational leaders to deliver exceptional service and support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Corporate Services
Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace.
What You'll Do
- Lead and support a team of 10 drivers across first and second shift operations through coaching, scheduling, training, and performance management.
- Oversee daily transportation activities serving client locations, campus buildings, and local train stations, ensuring safe and reliable service delivery.
- Manage fleet operations including vehicle inspections, preventative maintenance scheduling, repair coordination, and fleet readiness.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, transportation regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures while maintaining required documentation.
- Conduct department and client-facing training programs focused on safety, service excellence, operational expectations, and compliance requirements.
- Monitor operational performance, investigate service or safety incidents, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Benefits
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
What You Bring
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation, fleet, logistics, facilities, hospitality, or related operational environments, including leadership responsibilities.
- Proven ability to manage frontline teams, build employee engagement, and drive accountability in a fast-paced service environment.
- Experience overseeing vehicle fleets, maintenance programs, transportation schedules, and daily operational execution.
- Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices, compliance requirements, training administration, and risk management principles.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, drivers, and operational stakeholders.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with a focus on customer service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience