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US Foods

Transportation Training Manager

Salary$60k – $100k
LocationJake's Finer Foods, Houston TX
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have4
Two years of training/facilitation experience
One year experience overseeing a workforce
Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills
High school diploma or GED required
Nice to have9
College degree
Training/facilitation experience in a Supply Chain and/or Warehouse environment
Prior experience and/or leadership/direct supervision in a Supply Chain/Warehouse environment
Strong facilitation, leadership, communication, engagement, and development skills
Ability to compile and interpret operational metrics
Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures
Strong computer skills with proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Access
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP and other regulatory requirements
PIT experience
Eligibility2
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time
10% travel required
Skills
Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint
Word
Access
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Short term disability
Long term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Hiring process
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
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About the role
The Transportation Training Manager is responsible for overseeing the entirety of Supply Chain onboarding and training (classroom, on-the-job, train the trainer, etc.), with emphasis on new-hire’s (Selectors & Drivers) first 90-days. The Transportation Training Manager contributes to the continuous improvement of safety, performance standards, ongoing engagement, and retention for new Selectors and Drivers through the implementation of learning and performance solutions (feedback, coaching, mentorship programs) within Supply Chain operations.
In conjunction with Market Operations Leaders, this role mentors lead trainers & new hires during a multi-week training program and is responsible for overseeing the assimilation, onboarding, and assessment of new talent. The Transportation Training Manager leads, supervises, and conducts associate training needs analysis and identifies opportunities to improve Supply Chain safety, productivity, and retention using observations, data & analytics, and feedback.
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. Ensure all drivers and other Transportation department associates are appropriately trained in job duties as well as safety and legal responsibilities.
• Effectively schedule working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools (i.e., Microsoft Excel)
• Other duties assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION:
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Direct supervision of all Selector and Driver New Hires (~20 new hires at any given time) during their onboarding (Day 1 – Day 90).
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Market on-the-job Trainers, where applicable.
RELATIONSHIPS
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Internal: VPO, Directors, HR, and Supervisors/Managers, and Supply Chain Associates
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External: Training course vendors and regulatory compliance agencies, as applicable
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Inside/Outside of Distribution Centers, exposure to heat & cold (freezer & cooler)
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Internal Associate facing
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Travel via air & car (rental)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Two years of training/facilitation experience
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One year experience overseeing a workforce
•
Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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College degree
•
Training/facilitation experience in a Supply Chain and/or Warehouse environment
•
Prior experience and/or leadership/direct supervision in a Supply Chain/Warehouse environment
•
Strong facilitation, leadership, communication, engagement, and development skills
•
Ability to compile and interpret operational metrics
•
Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures
•
Strong computer skills with proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Access
•
Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP and other regulatory requirements
•
PIT experience
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:
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:
STAND: OCCASIONALLY
WALK: OCCASIONALLY
DRIVE VEHICLE 1: FREQUENTLY
SIT: FREQUENTLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): NEVER
PUSH/PULL 2: OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 3: OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL: OCCASIONALLY
BEND: OCCASIONALLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: OCCASIONALLY
GRASP OBJECTS 4: OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 5: OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 6: OCCASIONALLY
1 (Drive Vehicle: Van, pallet jack)
2 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, dolly, product)
3 (Climb/Balance: In/out of trucks)
4 (Grasp Objects: Pens, telephone, paper, computer mouse, boxes, hand truck handle/control, dolly handle, steering wheel)
5 (Manipulate Objects: Paper files, spread sheets, boxes of product, hand truck/dolly gear shift)
6 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Benefits
This role may receive an annual incentive plan bonus.
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.htm
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between
$60,000 - $100,000
Legal
***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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