Transportation Manager

US Foods

. Lead a safety-first culture in the Transportation department .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeCentennial • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills while overseeing transportation operations, ensuring adherence to DOT regulations, and driving associate engagement and retention. Capable of analyzing performance data to improve safety and efficiency in delivery processes.

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LeadershipDOT Regulations UnderstandingTransportation Operations KnowledgePerformance ManagementCoaching and Training

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Hard Skills

Transportation OperationsPerformance ManagementSafety ComplianceInventory ControlData InterpretationMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeDriver Qualification ManagementAccident InvestigationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

CommunicationPeople DevelopmentMotivationEngagementCoaching

Industry Keywords

DOT RegulationsOSHA ComplianceTransportationDelivery OperationsWarehouse DistributionSafety CulturePerformance GoalsAssociate RetentionWorkforce OversightPhysical Activity Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a safety-first culture in the Transportation department
Oversee, develop, coach, and train drivers and Transportation associates
Discuss performance with Senior Transportation Managers and create plans to address gaps
Motivate associates to achieve department goals and objectives
Direct and supervise drivers and clerical associates
Drive associate engagement and retention
Participate in interviewing and hiring Transportation personnel
Review performance, coach on service and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action
Monitor production goals and ensure accurate, timely shipments and customer satisfaction
Troubleshoot delivery problems and implement cost-effective, legal solutions
Ensure adherence to DOT regulations
Identify waste and improve processes for safety and efficiency
Conduct routine safety and driver meetings
Maintain driver qualification files
Investigate accidents, maintain accident files, track causes, and take preventative action
Schedule working shifts using planning tools such as Microsoft Excel
Spend time on the road with drivers and work in an office on a computer
Perform other duties assigned by the manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution required
Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce required
Experience as a driver a plus
Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures
Strong leadership, communication and people development skills
Strong understanding of DOT requirements
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret financial and operational data
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred
Must be able to perform the listed physical activities and lifting/carrying requirements
10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance