Night Transportation Manager
Position Overview
The Manager, Transportation is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of outbound transportation operations, with a strong focus on safety, people development, service excellence, and cost control. This role oversees a team of union and/or non‑union drivers and transportation associates and ensures the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of products to customers and internal distribution centers.
The ideal candidate brings a minimum of three years of transportation, delivery, or distribution experience, at least one year of people leadership, and a strong working knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
- Lead with a safety mindset, ensuring that every associate, customer, and member of the public remains injury‑free at all times
- Champion safety procedures, training programs, and compliance initiatives to reinforce a zero‑incident safety culture
- Actively engage with drivers through ride‑alongs, shift presence, and regular communication to reinforce expectations and best practices
- Create an environment of open, upward communication, where associates feel respected, heard, and motivated
- Model company values through visibility, accountability, and ethical leadership
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements
- Conduct routine safety meetings and driver meetings
- Maintain driver qualification files and ensure documentation is accurate and current
- Investigate all accidents and incidents, including:
- Root cause analysis
- Accident documentation and reporting
- Implementation of preventative measures
- Track safety trends, identify risks, and proactively address safety concerns
Performance Management
- Review associate performance against service and safety targets
- Coach drivers and transportation associates on expectations, behaviors, and results
- Deliver disciplinary action when required, in alignment with company policy and labor agreements
- Collaborate with union leadership when applicable to ensure fair, consistent, and compliant employee relations
Minimum Qualifications
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation, delivery, or warehouse distribution
- Minimum of 1 year of experience managing or supervising a workforce
- Valid Drivers license
- Prior experience as a driver is a plus
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong working knowledge of transportation and delivery operations
- Solid understanding of DOT regulations and compliance requirements
- Familiarity with OSHA, inventory control, and other applicable regulatory standards
- Proven leadership, coaching, and communication skills
- Ability to interpret financial and operational data
- Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel)
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