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DoD SkillBridge: Transportation Manager

US Foods, Clifton Park, New York, United States

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US Foods Manager, Transportation will ensure a Transportation department culture focused on people, safety, service, and cost through meaningful engagements with drivers, best in-class service to customers, and safe and profitable operations. This application is only available to active-duty service members eligible to participate in a DoD SkillBridge Internship. The service member must be within the last 12 months of their active-duty contract. This is an unpaid, non-benefit eligible internship position in partnership with the DoD SkillBridge program. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Lead with a safety mindset that ensures that every US Foods associate, our customers, and the general public with whom our drivers interact remain injury free, always. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture in the Transportation department. Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example. Oversee and develop drivers and Transportation associates by discussing performance with Sr. Transportation Managers and creating plans to address gaps. Create an atmosphere in which upward communication is encouraged, and motivate associates to achieve department goals and objectives. Direct and supervise the work and productivity of drivers and clerical associates within the Transportation department. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies US Foods values. Build high-performing teams by participating in interviewing and hiring Transportation personnel, in conjunction with Sr. Transportation Managers. Monitor production goals and maintain a zero-error attitude to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction. Identify and stop waste, and improve processes to complete work more safely and efficiently. Conduct routine Safety and Driver Meetings. Oversee maintenance of driver qualification files. Investigate all accidents, maintain an accident file, track causes and take appropriate preventative action. Effectively schedule working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools (i.e., Microsoft Excel) Other duties assigned by manager. SUPERVISION

Direct: Union and/or non-union Drivers RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Transportation leaders and coworkers; Drivers; Warehouse leaders; Internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales) External: Customers WORK ENVIRONMENT

May spend significant amount of time on the road. Must spend portion of working time in a truck with drivers, exposed to noise and vibration levels which may be higher than those typically experienced in passenger cars. Minimum Qualifications

Related Experience/Requirements: Minimum of three years of experience in transportation/delivery or warehouse distribution required. Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce required. Experience as a driver a plus. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Broad knowledge of transportation/delivery operations, methods and procedures. Strong leadership, communication and people development skills. Strong understanding of DOT requirements. Ability to interpret financial and operational data. Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office). Travel

10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training. Education/Training

High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time: Drive Vehicle: Van, pallet jack Push/Pull: Hand truck, dolly, product Climb/Balance: In/out of trucks Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, paper, computer mouse, boxes, hand truck handle/control, dolly handle, steering wheel Manipulate Objects: Paper files, spread sheets, boxes of product, hand truck/dolly gear shift Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $55,000 - $90,000 EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

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