Director of Transportation

Company Description

Cheney Brothers recognizes the prosperity of our company is built on the efforts of our employees. We offer a high‑impact, supportive culture enabling immensely talented people to be brilliant at what they do. Our Cheney Brothers family of over 3,000 dedicated associates have access to world‑class leadership and learning experiences, comprehensive benefit packages and endless opportunities to grow their career. We know the best way to back our customers is to back our people.

Join our innovative family of industry leaders who never stop investing in the future.

Manages all aspects of the transportation function in a fast‑paced, customer‑oriented environment, including selection of qualified drivers, routing, driving, safety, unloading, fleet maintenance, customer/driver relationships, and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Operating Company (OpCo) compliance. Includes involvement with the driver selection and orientation process, handling employee relations issues including disciplinary action, monitoring DOT and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) compliance, managing Transportation Supervisors and monitoring the routing process to ensure customer satisfaction.

Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

• Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. May include Supervisor, Transportation and/or staff of drivers to ensure deliveries are made in a safe, efficient and timely manner, maintaining dependability and customer satisfaction.
• Oversees day-to-day administration of delivery function including: managing, monitoring and approving department expenses, calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver trip and expense reports, and identifying and resolving problems. Operates a computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system (e.g., Tripmaster and Xata); ensures truck computer system is monitored and maintained.
• Works closely with Warehouse Manager to ensure the highest level of efficiency within the operation.
• Responsible for scheduling truck deliveries and routing on a daily basis, including backhauls, and changes routes accordingly to meet customer needs and to maximize route profitability. Responsible for equipment scheduling and maintenance. Analyzes equipment needs (trucks, tractors, trailers) and determines type and number required. Sets up rental of additional vehicles as required and schedules equipment maintenance as necessary.
• Responsible for DOT compliance, monitoring DOT logs and ensuring drivers comply with DOT regulations.
• Maintains and updates all relevant information on drivers such as license, DOT medical certification, tickets for moving violations, accidents, and other risk and safety‑related data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 4‑6 Years of Transportation experience including in‑depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems.
• Supervisory experience.
• Valid Driver's License in good standing.
• Pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check.

• Bachelors Degree in Business Management, logistics, or related area.
• 6‑10 Years of transportation experience including in‑depth knowledge of DOT regulations and experience with operations of computerized fleet management systems.
• Transportation supervisory /management experience within food service industry.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDLA).