A leading food company and foodservice distributor is looking for a Transportation Manager to lead a team and manage operations. You will use their experience in transportation operations to manage personnel and drive efficient transportation operations through the associates you lead, ensuring the safe, accurate and timely daily outbound shipments to customers and other distribution centers within the organization.

Role and Responsibilities:

• 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
• 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
• Conduct routine Safety and Driver Meetings.

Experience and Skills:

• Experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution
• Experience overseeing a workforce