Senior Transportation Manager
The Senior Manager, Transportation is responsible for fostering a culture centered on people, safety, service, and cost-efficiency within the Transportation department. Through strong leadership and engagement with transportation teams, this role ensures safe, accurate, and timely outbound deliveries to customers and distribution centers. The Sr. Manager will leverage deep transportation operations expertise to deliver exceptional service, drive profitable performance, and maintain a secure, compliant working environment for all associates.
Responsibilities:
Lead a safety-first culture by championing safety procedures, training, and compliance with DOT regulations to ensure injury-free operations for associates, customers, and the public.
Develop and manage high-performing teams, including Transportation Managers and drivers, through coaching, performance reviews, staffing, and fostering a values-driven, engaging work environment.
Drive operational excellence by monitoring delivery performance, resolving service issues, and implementing process improvements to reduce waste, control costs, and ensure on-time, error-free deliveries.
Support compliance and labor relations, including interpreting company policies and collective bargaining agreements, managing discipline, and collaborating with HR and Operations leadership on employee matters.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in transportation or delivery supervision, with strong operational and regulatory knowledge.
Proven leadership and people development skills, with the ability to effectively coach and communicate across all levels of the organization.
Solid understanding of DOT, OSHA, inventory control, and other compliance requirements, with the ability to interpret and act on operational and financial data.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams, with strong analytical and organizational skills.
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