Transportation Manager

Transportation Manager

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with "better for you" food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing distribution team today.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all Transportation functions to ensure that customer service is performed safely, on time, and in accordance with specifications. Seeks to continuously improve service and operating efficiencies and meets the proper DOT compliance and regulatory requirements. Schedules, assigns, supervises, and appraises personnel.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties:

• Assumes responsibility for assisting in the development and implementation of effective Transportation planning, budgeting, policies, and procedures.
• Executes established goals and ensures that Transportation policies support and complement Company strategies, mission, vision, and values.
• Meets regularly with customers to obtain information and feedback on the Company's performance, receive complaints, and analyzes customers' needs and expectations.
• Ensures that excellent, professional communications are maintained with customers. Ensures that all customers' expectations are met or exceeded.
• Plans equipment and determines rental requirements and maintenance needs. Implements and maintains operation of computerized on-board and navigation systems.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring that Transportation operations meet or exceeds safety and regulatory standards. Maintain safety records for all drivers.
• Ensures that personnel understand and implement safety and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Effectively schedules, supervises, and directs Transportation personnel, ensuring excellent customer service and optimal performance.
• Good judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
• Promotes teamwork. Encourages employee involvement, suggestions, and problem solving.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent experience in related field.
• Knowledge of transportation equipment and vehicle operations.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in multiple stop dispatch operation.
• Minimum of three to five years supervisory and management experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel and Power Point necessary.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: United Natural Foods Inc.