Transportation Manager

Responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day operations of the Transportation Department, including MHF Driver and Freight operations. Ensuring customer needs are met through safe, reliable, efficient, and on-time service. Provides leadership through clear communication, accountability, employee development, proactive problem-solving, and follow-through. The Transportation Manager is expected to take ownership of the operation and ensure the team consistently delivers results.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports directly to the Operations Manager. Directly supervises Transportation leadership, including the Dispatch Supervisor, Dispatchers, Freight, and other assigned Transportation personnel. Works closely with Safety to ensure DOT and company safety expectations are met. Coordinates loading and operational needs with the Warehouse Manager and fleet/equipment needs with the Shop Manager. Works collaboratively with OTR and other departments to support the overall operation. Responsibilities Leads the Transportation Department in alignment with the company’s core values of Collaboration, Curiosity, Ownership, Humility, and Integrity. Maintains overall ownership and accountability for MHF Driver and Freight operations. Provides leadership, direction, coaching, and development to Transportation supervisors, dispatchers, and professional drivers. Establishes clear expectations and holds the Transportation team accountable for performance, behavior, communication, and results. Maintains clear and timely communication with employees, leadership, internal departments, customers, vendors, and outside partners. Proactively identifies operational challenges, develops solutions, communicates action plans, and follows issues through resolution. In charge of recruitment, interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, development, and retention of Transportation employees. Ensures appropriate staffing and scheduling to support daily routes, Freight operations, and future business needs. Monitors and maintains a high level of on-time delivery, reliability, service, and customer satisfaction. Manages and analyzes key Transportation performance indicators and takes corrective action when expectations are not being achieved. Ensure Transportation leaders understand their responsibilities and are held accountable for managing their respective areas and employees. Responsible for departmental financial performance, including labor, overtime, Freight costs, equipment needs, and other controllable expenses. Reviews department expenses and financial performance and communicates significant variances to senior leadership. Evaluates equipment needs and makes recommendations based on current and future operational requirements. Reviews and approves driver payroll as required. Partners with Safety to maintain DOT, regulatory, and company safety compliance, including Hours of Service, driver qualifications, required inspections, accident/incident investigations, and employee training. Ensures corrective actions resulting from safety incidents, performance issues, or operational concerns are implemented and followed through. Works closely with the Shop Manager regarding tractor and trailer availability, maintenance priorities, repairs, and equipment needs. Works closely with Warehouse leadership regarding route readiness, loading priorities, dispatch schedules, and operational changes. Works collaboratively with OTR and other departments to resolve issues and support company-wide operational goals. Maintains a strong understanding of the daily operation and anticipates staffing, equipment, service, and operational needs before they become larger issues. Develops leaders within the Transportation Department and promotes a culture of ownership, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement. Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent required. Degree in Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred. Minimum of four years of Transportation or Logistics experience is preferred. Previous management experience in foodservice, grocery distribution, or a similar operation preferred. Completes ongoing management education and professional development through internal and external sources as required.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:

Ability to learn and utilize computer programs and Transportation systems to advance the operational performance of the department. Ability to coach employees in the effective use of required programs and systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Strong understanding of Transportation operations, DOT requirements, driver management, routing, fleet coordination, and operational performance metrics.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with employees, leadership, customers, vendors, and outside partners.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate and analyze figures and amounts including totals, percentages, costs, labor, overtime, and other Transportation-related measurements. Ability to understand and communicate Transportation KPIs, budgets, expenses, and operational performance.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply sound judgment to daily operational decisions and solve problems involving multiple variables. Ability to identify root causes, develop solutions, establish action plans, assign ownership, and follow issues through resolution. Ability to analyze operational information and clearly communicate recommendations and decisions to employees and leadership. Requirements Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Food Distribution: 4 years (Preferred) Transportation management: 4 years (Required) Language: Night Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required) Physical Needs The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will be required to use public transportation and effectively travel to locations as directed by management. On occasion, the individual may be required to work or be available for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; and moving mechanical parts and maybe required to work in confined spaces. The associate works non-traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on call. May occasionally be required to travel due to business needs. Periodically exposed to high, precarious places. Sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Schedule This position requires a high degree of flexibility. Expected hours are Monday-Friday 7am-5pm + Nights, Weekends & Holidays as needed. Mile Hi Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Mile Hi Companies will consider for employment for all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Mile Hi Companies participates in the E-Verify program. Mile Hi Companies is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Mile Hi Companies is an EEO Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mile Hi Companies