Transportation Manager, Food Distribution & DOT Compliance
Overview
Own transportation operations for a multi-state food distribution network at Groveland, FL. Lead safety, service, and efficiency across drivers and routes, partnering with operations and safety leadership. Drive performance using safety tech, with opportunities to mentor teams and shape transportation strategy.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead daily transportation and driver operations to ensure safe, on-time deliveries
- 2Manage route execution, DOT hours-of-service compliance, fleet utilization, and refrigerated transportation activities
- 3Coach drivers and team members using onboard safety and performance data to drive improvement
- 4Collaborate with operations and safety leadership on staffing, regulatory compliance, service performance, and cost control
- 5Monitor transportation expenses, staffing needs, equipment availability, and KPIs to identify efficiency gains
- 6Support continuous improvement initiatives in transportation operations
- 7Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to align on safety and service goals
- 8Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain up-to-date documentation
- 9Prepare and manage budgets, equipment utilization, and performance reporting
- 10Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and professional development
Requirements12
- 15–7 years of multi-state transportation management experience in the food distribution industry
- 2Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, Federal Motor Carrier requirements, hours-of-service rules, and transportation safety practices
- 3Experience managing drivers, refrigerated transportation, route performance, and on-time delivery
- 4Experience using transportation management routing systems, onboard computer, and driver safety monitoring technology
- 5Proven ability to coach employees, address performance concerns, and lead teams in a fast-paced environment
- 6Experience managing transportation costs, budgets, fleet utilization, and operational performance metrics
- 7Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and collaboration skills
- 8Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- 9Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 10Class A CDL preferred but not required
- 11Ability to work flexible or extended hours and travel as needed
- 12Ability to lift, tug, or pull up to 15 pounds
Salary Insight
$110 - $115k per year
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