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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, may adjust for operational needs
Annual Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 (DOE)
Additional Requirements:
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CDL driving and managing CDL tractor-trailer operations experience required
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Experience with telematics, preferably with Samsara and/or Netradyne
WHO ARE WE?
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We are a long-standing organization dedicated to supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West for over 85 years.
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Our company prioritizes our team members, their families, and the communities we serve.
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We proudly partner with local organizations to fundraise, donate, and sponsor various charitable activities and events.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM?
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Benefits offering (health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off)
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10% off groceries for you and your family
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Daily pay options
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Opportunities for advancement
JOB SUMMARY
The Transportation Manager (Safety) is responsible for leading and advancing transportation safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management programs. This role drives a culture of safety excellence by ensuring adherence to DOT and FMCSA regulations, proactively mitigating risk, and improving driver performance through data-driven insights, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads and guides team in accomplishing work objectives within assigned function
Coaches, inspires, rewards, and recognizes team members to drive engagement and performance
Establishes clear goals and performance expectations and holds team accountable for results
Develops, implements, and continuously improves transportation safety programs and initiatives
Promotes a proactive, safety-first culture across all levels of the organization
Oversees and utilizes fleet safety technology (Netradyne) to monitor driver performance and behavior
Analyzes safety events, scorecards, and trends to identify risks and improvement opportunities
Communicates performance insights and expectations to drivers and leadership
Provides coaching, feedback, and corrective action plans to improve driver safety performance
Ensures full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Maintains accurate documentation, reporting, and records to support audit readiness
Stays current on regulatory changes and implements updates to policies, procedures, and practices
Leads accident investigations including root cause analysis and corrective action planning
Partners with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risk and prevent recurrence
Tracks and reports incident trends to drive proactive safety improvements
Oversees driver safety training programs, certifications, and ongoing compliance requirements
Conducts audits to ensure drivers maintain qualifications to operate equipment safely
Monitors safety KPIs, leading indicators, and lagging metrics to evaluate program effectiveness
Partners with operations leadership to identify risks and implement practical, effective solutions
Supports overall store operations and completes additional duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Strong knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations and transportation safety standards
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable improvements
Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills
Effective communication and influencing skills across multiple levels of the organization
Continuous improvement mindset with focus on proactive problem solving
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Associates degree or accredited certification in logistics, transportation, or a related field required
Current Class A CDL and DOT medical card or ability to successfully obtain are required
Minimum of 6 years of experience in driving and managing CDL tractor-trailer operations, dispatch, logistics, or related field
Prior leadership experience required
Experience with telematics, preferably with Samsara and/or Netradyne
Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Brand: Associated Food Stores Distribution
Address: 1850 West 2530 North Farr West, UT - 84404
Property Description: Associated Foods Farr West
Property Number: 1001
