Supervisor, Transportation

Company Description: Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams. Job Description: Looking for a Trainer/Supervisor for Class A Drivers on our Transportation Team. Must have a Class A CDL. Hours are 2:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday through Friday We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect Position Summary: Responsible for the training and/or re-training delivery drivers and supervision of drivers at Operating Company (OpCo), and for ensuring deliveries are made in safe, efficient and timely manner. Utilizes all company training guides, manuals, checklists and processes to ensure compliance with company policies, practices, safety and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Assists with monitoring DOT logs, ensures drivers are in compliance with all DOT and OpCo regulations, and coordinates the tracking of all relevant information on drivers. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. Position Responsibilities: Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills. Utilizes all systems and tools effectively, i.e. computer, software systems. Understands and exhibits strong customer service skills. Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. Delivers hands‑on training that allow for maximum transfer of knowledge while ensuring customer needs, service times, labor and transportation costs are met and within guidelines. Assists Transportation Manager with overall day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions, which may include calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip logs and expense reports, identifying and resolving problems, and ensuring that drivers are compliant with DOT and OpCo regulations. Operates computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system. Ensures drivers fulfill duties safely through training and by monitoring vehicle safety, safe usage of ramps and handcarts, seat and weight belt use, and safe lifting and product-handling practices. May attend quarterly safety meetings. Works with new driver hires and experienced drivers in classroom and/or field settings to prepare them for a successful professional driver career. Responsible for counseling and documentation of all drivers in accordance with company policy for driver related systems, including but not limited to, safety cameras, driver alerts, DOT logs, etc. Exceptionally strong knowledge in DOT regulations (i.e., hours of service, pre-trip/post-trip, etc.). Ensures accurate completion of all delivery and driver-related paperwork including invoices, cash receipts, collection register, trip reports, fuel tickets, deposit slips, DOT logs, Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR), driver qualification files and accident reporting. May supplement PFG Driver Training Manual with local programs specific to the location, products and reports used in that market. Performs all route delivery duties per company guidelines and safety regulations including pre/post trip, inspection of load and freight, adherence to delivery windows, ensures accuracy of customer delivery, utilizes equipment as prescribed, collects cash/check if required, completes returns and driver-check in process and performs necessary housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of tractor and trailer. Ensures maintenance of all trucks, tractors and trailers through detailed review of post-trip inspections. Works in conjunction with Transportation Manager to minimize operating expenses, ensure policies are followed and to ensure all deliveries are efficiently routed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience 2-4 years training, transportation, or related experience including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations, along with experience in operation of computerized fleet management systems Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) certified. Preferred qualifications: Associates/2-year technical - Business management, logistics or related area. 4-6 years transportation experience including knowledge of DOT and safety regulations, along with experience in operation of computerized fleet management systems within foodservice industry. Supervisory experience. Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) certified. EEO Statement: Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr