Transportation Manager

Since 1921 URM has stood behind the success of independent grocers. We are more than a distributor we are a cooperative of people who believe local grocery stores build stronger communities. Every day we deliver more than products. We deliver trust partnership and progress. Together we keep local communities thriving.

Does this sound like a team youd like to join We are looking for a Transportation Manager to join our Spokane WA logistics operations team a role where youll lead a talented team drive results and help shape the future of our transportation operations.

Reporting to the Director of Transportation the Transportation Manager oversees the daily execution of moving goods safely efficiently and cost-effectively from our distribution centers to our customers and back haul loads. The ideal candidate brings hands-on grocery logistics experience strong management skills and a proven ability to improve performance using KPIs. Youll lead supervisors and drivers with integrity and purpose all while embodying URMs Corporate promise to our customers and communities by efficiently providing the resources innovation and reliability that help our customers grow.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transportation operations across WA OR MT and ID ensuring efficient safe and on-time multi-stop deliveries.
• Lead and coach Transportation Supervisors and drivers fostering a culture of safety accountability continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Monitor and manage key transportation KPIs including on-time delivery cost per mile fuel efficiency equipment utilization and driver productivity proactively resolving operational issues.
• Plan and manage staffing scheduling vacation bidding and overtime to balance operational requirements with employee work-life quality.
• Maintain compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations Hours of Service ELD standards and driver qualification requirements.
• Build and maintain productive relationships in a union environment ensuring adherence to labor agreements and equitable workplace practices.
• Act as a visible hands-on leader across the yard warehouse delivery routes and during Member interactions as needed.
• Collaborate with Safety Maintenance Warehouse Operations Customer Service and Member retailers to align on service expectations seasonal demand and promotional volumes.
• Handle customer complaints implement corrective actions and enforce company policies procedures and labor agreements including administering corrective discipline when necessary.

Our Ideal Transportation Manager:

• A steady respected reliable leader who brings clarity composure and direction to fast-paced operations.
• A problem-solver who thrives on tackling operational challenges and enhancing service reliability.
• An adaptable professional who remains flexible resourceful and steady in a continually evolving environment.
• A principled professional committed to integrity consistency and accountability.
• A collaborative communicator who is able to communicate concepts verbally and in writing giving clear direction across all levels of Company with transparency empathy and respect.
• A cross-functional partner who works effectively with teams across the organization to drive aligned outcomes.
• An emotionally intelligent professional who demonstrates high standards a solid work ethic and quality in all endeavors.

• Minimum of 5 years of transportation or logistics leadership experience within warehousing.
• At least 3 years of people-leadership experience including supervising coaching performance management and driving accountability.
• Strong working knowledge of grocery or high-volume distribution operations with a clear understanding of customer service expectations.
• Demonstrated experience working in a union environment including understanding the CBA upholding contractual obligations and maintaining positive labor relations.
• Proven ability to manage DOT-regulated fleets consistently prioritizing safety in all operational decisions.
• Proficiency in core transportation functions including routing dispatch operations and cost control.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong emotional intelligence to build trust influence stakeholders and lead teams through change.
• Valid drivers license with a clean MVR.
• Proven ability to interpret data and utilize key transportation KPIs (e.g. OTIF freight cost per lb carrier scorecards).
• Knowledge of freight claims processes.
• Working knowledge and understanding of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

A Legacy of Local Impact Since 1921

For more than a century weve fueled local success by delivering quality products dependable service and cooperative strength. Our brand reflects that legacy one rooted in community trust and shared prosperity. Today we employ more than 3000 dedicated team members across URM and our thriving subsidiariesRosauers Supermarkets and Peirone Produce.

Join our team and thrive in a supportive team-oriented environment where our amazing culture comes with a range of exciting perks and a comprehensive compensation package.

• An employees pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including the prevailing minimum wage for the location relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance shift travel requirements and business or organizational needs. Established salary range $90000-$94000 annually DOE plus so much more!
• URM offers a rich benefits package covering 100% of medical dental vision and prescription premiums for employees and over 90% for their dependents.
• Our employees also have access to additional benefits including subsidized life insurance (with strong family rates) Company-paid long-term disability optional short-term disability and cancer coverage and discounted Life Flight rate.
• Helping our non-union employees prepare for the future URM offers a 401k Retirement Plan with an amazing Company match up to 9% of their annual salary!
• URM offers a strong worklife benefits package that includes a great vacation plan paid holidays paid personal holidays paid sick days and a paid Volunteer Service Day!
• Employees enjoy a variety of company-sponsored events for them and their families including March Madness brackets Family Hockey Night Holiday Mingle & Jingle Summer Wine & Music evenings and Winter Break Movie Night.
• Employees receive a range of corporate discounts including gym memberships cell phone and computer deals plus exclusive discounts at our Company-owned stores.

URM Stores Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability ancestry veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination in all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring training promotions compensation and workplace practices.

Please note: All selected candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening as URM maintains a drug-free workplace.