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As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life/. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states/. Our braggingly happy team members - ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists - create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e/-commerce retailers, U/.S/. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company's own brick/-and/-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers/. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now/! **Location:** 850 76th Street S/.W/. /- Byron Center, Michigan 49315 **Position Summary:** This role is responsible to manage the transportation functions, which may include supervising drivers, dispatching, routing and/or planning /(to include for/-hire cartage and/or backhauls/), to ensure safe, timely and accurate delivery to customers/. Partners with, and coordinates transportation related activities with other departments such as warehouse distribution, maintenance, etc/. May work within anonunionor union driver's environment depending on assigned location/. **Here's what you'll do:** + Responsible for the management of the transportation operations as assigned, which may include supervising drivers, dispatching, routing and/or planning /(to include for/-hire cartage and/or backhauls/), to ensure safe, timely and accurate delivery to customers/. + Work with cross/-functional departments /(i/.e/., warehouse distribution, maintenance, customer service/) as it relates to the transportation operations and ensure prompt and timely resolution of any issues/. + Responsible for managing, planning and coordinating deliveries, backhauls and for/-hire cartage; partner with other departments to determine the most efficient, economical andcost/-effectiveroutes and shipping methods and to ensure high quality, cost effective and timely logistics services that meet customer expectations and business objectives/. + May negotiate rates for third party services/contract drivers based on business need/. + Manage the dispatch process based on the required deliveries/shipment schedule; ensure efficient transportation planning and scheduling of drivers and deliveries to maximize resources, reduce miles and ensure efficient utilization of equipment and drivers within the assigned location/(s/)/. + Manage and ensure department compliance with DOT/CSA, OSHA and other government regulatory agencies/. + Ensure Transportation Supervisors reviewdrivershours of service /(HOS/) requirements, trip reporting, and other DOT/CSA requirements and record/-keeping and address any issues in a timely manner/. + Partner with the Fleet Operations and Compliance team to ensure compliance with DOT/CSA and safety regulations, review reporting and compliance of the on/-board computer system, and to make recommendations for the replacement and maintenance of equipment/. + Oversee the analysis of transportation activities; recommend and/or implement changes based on the results of such analysis/. + Develop and maintain on/-going reporting to track transportation activities and expenses to include, but not limited to, cost per mile, operating ratio, driver/truck utilization and availability, as well as delivery performance /(accuracy, timeliness and customer satisfaction/)/. + Monitor equipment maintenance and availability of equipment for the assigned location/(s/)/. + Ensure procedures for the efficient operation and utilization of equipment is followed; addressany issues or concerns promptly/. + Work with maintenance team to ensure equipment /(tractor/trailer/) is in proper working condition; ensure preventative and corrective maintenance, and inspections are completed in a timely manner/. + Maintain, promote and reinforce safety programs and security awareness/. + Report, record, investigate and/or address any issues, accidents or work/-related injuries accordingly to ensure compliance with company policies as well as OSHA and DOT/CSA regulations/. + Develop, maintain and update policies, procedures and processes to improve operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance/. + Communicate and/or implement approved/required changes to management and transportation department/. + Responsible for thetransportation operations P&L to include, but not limited to, expense and capital budgeting, cost controls, revenue and productivity objectives, and operational execution/. Also responsible for equipment utilization and efficient fuel mileage; identify overall opportunities for cost savings, efficiencies and continuous improvement/. + Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with warehouse management, managed freight and/or customers; work with various contacts as necessary on schedules, changes to pick/-up or delivery schedules or any transportation related issues/concerns/. + Participate in labor relations negotiations and renewal of contracts, recommend contract changes, administer union contracts and manage union matters, and/or grievance and arbitration procedures as required/. + Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development of associates, and developing and monitoring department goals/. + Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best practices in Transportation/Logistics; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes and to ensure company legal compliance /(i/.e/., DOT/CSA, OSHA, etc/./)/. + Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed/. **Here's what you'll need:** + Associate degree /(Required/) in Logisitic's/. /(Orbachelor's degree/) in Transportation Supply Chain Management or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience/. + Five years transportation planning/logistics/dispatch experience/. + Ability to work a flexible schedule and must be available on/-call during evening and weekend hours as needed to address issues /(i/.e/., equipment breakdowns, weather emergencies, etc/./); general schedule is Monday /- Friday/. + Experience with transportation operations and related systems, expertise in governmental safety and regulatory compliance /(i/.e/., DOT/CSA, OSHA, etc/./)/. + Two years supervisory/management experience/. + Strong knowledge of transportation/logistics; an understanding of transportation activities such as dispatch, DOT/CSA requirements, backhauls, contract carriers, Bill of Lading, Manifest, etc/. + Knowledge of transportation on/-boarding software required; experience withCadecor Omnitracs preferred/. + Strong written and verbal communication skills/. + Strong organization, prioritization and multi/-tasking skills/. + Good leadership abilities with capability to work in a hands/-on environment/. + Good analytical, decision/-making, problem/-solving, and business acumen skills/. + Ability to work across business units, as well as with vendors andthird/-partyservices within a time/-sensitive work environment/. + Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint/. + Ability to travel up to 15% as necessary/. **Physical Requirements:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job/.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions/. Must frequently sit, walk and stand, use hands to handle, grasp, and twist objects, tools, or controls, and use both feet for repetitive movements as in operating foot controls/. Must frequently walk, talk, crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, and reach with the hands and arms/. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed/. While performing the duties of this position, employees are subject to a warehouse environment and may frequently be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity based on assignment/. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high/. Employees must be able to work weekends, holidays, days and night hours, and overtime as necessary and as assigned, and must be able to work in the condition specified for 8/-10 hours shift as assigned/. Travel requirements vary by assignment/. As part of our **People First** culture, SpartanNash is proud to offera robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package/. SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two/-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging/. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans/. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position/. **Company:** SpartanNash **Job Area:** Distribution **Job Family:** Distribution/Warehouse **Job Type:** Full time **Req ID:** R84330