Sr. Manager, Transportation/Distribution

Role overview

Operations and improvement

• Plan and execute transportation and distribution operations in compliance with company and regulatory requirements; develop transportation policies and procedures.
• Analyze processes and problems, improve operating quality and efficiency, determine truck and trailer needs, and minimize expenses while maintaining or improving service.
• Coordinate issues and resolutions with production facilities, corporate staff, and others; present findings to leadership.
• Maintain positive working relationships with members or customers to support service.
• Oversee schedules, work assignments, incoming/outgoing truck planning, and efficient delivery utilization; adapt to production and seasonal changes.
• Coordinate contracted services, review cost-benefit, negotiate rates and lanes as needed, and review carrier agreements with Legal.
• Manage distribution budgets and control labor, supplies, and maintenance costs; pursue continuous improvement.
• Track, reconcile, and report KPIs against established targets.
• Ensure professional service, handle escalated customer or internal concerns, and support environmental, safety, and transportation compliance and reporting.
• Interview and hire employees, identify training needs, coach managers and supervisors, establish department goals, and support investigations and corrective actions with leadership or HR.

Education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; an undergraduate degree is preferred.
• At least 8 years of distribution, logistics, and/or transportation experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• At least 2 years of management experience is preferred.

Licenses and knowledge

• Have or be able to obtain a tanker endorsement when required, within 30 days of employment.
• Have or be able to obtain doubles or triples endorsement, a state-issued milk sampler/hauler license, and a current medical card when required.
• Other certifications or licenses may be required and must be maintained for continued employment.
• Strong knowledge of dairy production practices, processes, regulations, equipment, and transportation and distribution practices.
• Strong understanding of applicable DOT transportation regulations and relevant industry, safety, and quality policies, including PMO, OSHA, SQF, and GMP.

Salary

• The listed salary range is USD 120,000–135,000 per year.