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Sr Transportation Manager. Job in Lubbock Gr8Jobs
Job Description
US Foods is seeking a Sr Transportation Manager in Lubbock, TX to lead daily fleet and routing operations in a high-volume wholesale foodservice distribution center. You'll oversee drivers and dispatch, ensure DOT and safety compliance, and optimize delivery schedules to meet demanding customer SLAs. Responsibilities include managing budgets, KPIs, and vendor relationships, driving on-time and error-free deliveries, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with warehouse and sales teams. Responsibilities Lead daily transportation, routing, and delivery operations for the Lubbock distribution center Supervise drivers and dispatch staff, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management Ensure full DOT, OSHA, and company safety compliance across all fleet activities Optimize delivery routes and schedules to meet service levels and control costs Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, safety incidents, and cost per mile Manage fleet-related budgets and contribute to overall distribution cost control Coordinate closely with warehouse, sales, and customer service to resolve delivery issues Oversee third-party carriers and vendors as needed to support capacity Implement continuous improvement initiatives in routing, safety, and productivity Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and customer focus within the transportation team Required Skills Transportation management Fleet routing & dispatch DOT/regulatory compliance Safety program management Budgeting & cost control Team leadership & coaching KPIs & performance analysis Vendor & carrier management TMS/telematics systems Continuous process improvement