Transportation Director

Sysco•Syracuse, KS

7d•$97,400 - $146,200

About The Position

This is an operations position responsible for directing delivery activities. The Transportation Director provides strategic oversight and implements projects; manages expenses and revenue; ensures compliance with government regulations; directs delivery staff; and oversees the safety and security of the delivery department. The role manages daily delivery operations, schedules, budgets, assets, routing, performance, customer issues, associate relations, and staff development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Seven years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License meeting company standards.
Complete a Sysco-approved defensive driving program.
HazMat and Doubles Certification.
Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.
Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word-processing software and ability to learn Sysco technology software and programs; excellent computer skills.
Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Ability to lead individual and team discussions and meetings; apply policies consistently, objectively, and in a timely manner; and work proactively and constructively with peers and associates across departments and organizations.
Ability to follow established procedures and comply with local, state, and federal regulations; manage deadline and customer-service pressures; and make timely independent decisions in support of company policies and procedures.
Ability to perform the essential job functions, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Regularly talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach, and climb or balance; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 350 pounds; and meet the stated vision requirements.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A Commercial Driver License meeting Company standards is listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily work and safety of Delivery supervisors, routing personnel, and other associates.
Ensure management staff effectively oversee daily delivery activities, including adherence to standard operating procedures and planned routes and delivery of safe, efficient customer service.
Ensure Delivery Associates comply with local, state, and federal regulations and keep electronic logs current and accurate.
Manage labor hours, travel, fuel, and consumable supplies within budget to maximize time and cost efficiencies.
Prepare work schedules, including extra work days and shifts as needed.
Oversee the selection, purchase, and use of company assets for the Delivery department; coordinate repairs with appropriate departments.
Monitor daily routing effectiveness to meet established KPIs and sales and customer satisfaction goals.
Prepare budgets, profit plans, and capital requests; evaluate metrics and adjust activities to meet or exceed performance expectations.
Recommend efficiency ideas and cost-reduction measures and help implement delivery changes.
Monitor use of delivery services, including backhaul coordination and routing and scheduling activities, to improve profitability.
Collaborate with Sales Management and Marketing Associates to resolve customer or delivery issues; visit customers to address concerns and assess delivery difficulty.
Establish the use and updating of productivity and routing software systems.
Maintain associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings, ongoing interaction, open communication, answering questions, explaining policies and procedures, and monitoring morale.
Submit and respond to ideas that improve associate engagement and enablement.
Interpret, train, and consistently enforce company policies and procedures.
Coordinate with the Safety department on training, associate observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause determination, and routine safety inspections.
Recommend disciplinary action or behavior modification when needed.
Manage staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and terminations.
Perform the duties of supervised associates and other related duties as qualified and needed.