Director, Transportation Safety – Compliance

Sysco

. Support Sysco’s US foodservice companies with transportation safety and regulatory compliance expertise .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $114,500 - $190,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transportation safety and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on developing and implementing safety programs, policies, and training initiatives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage transportation safety resources effectively.

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Transportation Safety ExpertiseFMCSA Regulatory ComplianceProject Management SkillsCertified Safety Professional (CSP)DOT Drug And Alcohol Programs

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Hard Skills

Transportation Safety PoliciesRegulatory Compliance ProgramsInjury Prevention InitiativesData AnalysisVehicle Video Telematics SolutionsTraining Program DevelopmentAudit ProtocolsDriver Qualification StandardsSafety MethodsRisk Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership AbilitiesTeam MotivationCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

FMCSA Certified Instructor CertificationCertification Specializing In US Department Of Transportation Regulations

Industry Keywords

OSHA RegulationsFederal And State DOT ExperienceTransportation Operational RiskWorkers’ Compensation ProgramsUnion Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Sysco’s US foodservice companies with transportation safety and regulatory compliance expertise
Reduce and control Sysco’s transportation operational risk
Build support for transportation safety objectives and cultural change among stakeholders at all management levels
Develop policies, programs, procedures, tools, training, campaigns, and standards for transportation safety and compliance
Integrate transportation safety and compliance objectives into USFS business segments
Design standardized transportation safety policies, training, campaigns, and programs
Design transportation compliance reports and audit protocols
Ensure driver compliance with company regulations and maintain FMCSA registrations
Provide leadership, direction, and subject matter expertise on driver qualification standards and files, DOT drug and alcohol programs, safety methods, and training courses
Partner with functional leaders to manage transportation safety and compliance resources, projects, and business decisions
Build internal and external alliances to develop and implement safety and compliance programs
Design and execute injury prevention initiatives
Analyze injury and accident frequency/severity trends
Develop and direct training programs using appropriate media
Support workers’ compensation, motor vehicle, and property damage claims programs
Travel to Sysco facilities up to 50% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree with major course work in EHS, risk management, safety/industrial/environmental engineering, or a closely related field required
10+ years of Federal and State Department of Transportation (DOT) related experience with large national or multi-national companies with multiple sites
Strong knowledge of applicable OSHA and FMCSA regulatory requirements
Experience with vehicle video telematics solutions highly preferred
Certification specializing in US Department of Transportation regulations highly desirable
FMCSA certified instructor certification highly desirable
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) highly desirable
Excellent ability to develop and present business plans and strategies
Experience leading and motivating cross-functional and diverse teams in matrix and non-matrix organizations
Ability to coordinate planning and collaboration with other business functions
Ability to implement data- and research-driven transportation safety programs
Ability to analyze and independently resolve difficult situations and problems
Significant project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience collaborating with union personnel
English required; bilingual Spanish highly valued
Must be able to travel to Sysco facilities up to 50% of the time
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States
Ability to sit, stand, drive, walk, use computer equipment, and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in indoor, outdoor, freezer, cooler, and driving environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan
Sysco benefits offered; details available at SyscoBenefits.com
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities