Transportation Manager

Fuel Your Career with Oberto Snacks

Position: Transportation Manager

Type: Onsite, Hybrid 4 days in office, 1 day remote.

Location: Kent, WA
 
 

If you're looking for a dynamic workplace with exciting opportunities, consider joining Oberto Snacks, Inc. 

Here's why you should apply:

Innovative Environment:

1. At Oberto, we thrive on innovation. Be part of a team that constantly pushes boundaries and creates unique snack experiences.

Quality-Driven Culture:

1. We're passionate about delivering top-notch products. Join us if you're committed to excellence and quality.

Team Collaboration:

1. Our collaborative work environment fosters creativity and teamwork. You'll collaborate with talented individuals across various functions.

Career Growth:

1. Oberto offers growth opportunities. Whether you're starting your career or seeking advancement, we've got you covered.

OBERTO HISTORY & MISSION:

Founded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918, Oberto Snacks Inc's future is brighter than ever.   With its growing portfolio of brands, each with its own mission, purpose and army of passionate fans, Oberto continues to be one of the nation's leading and most innovative meat snacks companies. Employing more than 700 food professionals, Oberto's mission is to empower people to make better choices for a healthier and happier life.  As a part of that mission, we strive to provide innovative, delicious, healthy, and convenient protein-packed snacks.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Transportation Manager oversees daily transportation execution, carrier relationships, and delivery service across our retail network. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day logistics of moving goods efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively from manufacturing sites and distribution centers to retailers, wholesalers, or end consumers. The ideal candidate has strong experience in CPG logistics, excellent carrier management skills, and a proven ability to drive performance through KPIs and cost-control strategies.

SCHEDULE:  Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm, this position is a hybrid 4 days in office and Friday's remote.

WAGE: Salary range for this position is $100, $120,000.00 annually with a 15% annual bonus subject to all required taxes and withholdings.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement transportation strategies aligned with overall supply chain goals.
• Manage carrier relationships, negotiating contracts and service levels as needed.
• Select, negotiate with, and manage carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs.
• Monitor carrier performance and compliance with contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Coordinate with warehousing, customer service, and demand planning teams to align transportation needs with business goals.
• Track transportation spend and identify opportunities for cost savings without sacrificing service quality.
• Use TMS (Transportation Management System) and data analytics to support decision-making and efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost per mile, driver productivity, and safety metrics. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and service excellence.
• Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of transportation or logistics management experience, ideally in a CPG environment.
• Experience working with major retailers or e-commerce channels (e.g., Costco, Walmart, Amazon, Target).
• Experience managing inbound or outbound logistics in the food & beverage and/or transportation industry.
• Experience with TMS software (e.g., Oracle, E2open)
• Strong understanding of freight modes (LTL, FTL, intermodal), carrier networks, and 3PL partnerships.
• Proficiency in data analysis and transportation KPIs (OTIF, freight cost per lb, carrier scorecards, etc.).
• Knowledge of freight claims process.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations; import/export experience a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in freight pricing negotiation. 
• Proficiency with TMS, fleet management systems, and data analysis tools
• Demonstrates high standards and quality in all endeavors, solid work ethic.
• Ability to communicate concepts and give clear direction across all levels of company.
• Ability to work effectively with a cross-functional team.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment is that of an office environment. This employee regularly works with office equipment, materials, chemicals, and wet floors and with wet equipment when on the production floor. This employee work around high voltage, hot water, and steam

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Physical work includes climbing stairs, etc.
• Willing to work in a various-temperature environment
• Ability to handle items under 25lbs or may need to move objects safely and with proper body mechanics. 
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, and smell
• Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Duties and responsibilities described are not comprehensive and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessary. Roles and responsibilities typically evolve over time, reflecting growth and maturity of the business.

ABOUT OBERTO: We offer a creative, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment. We are committed to rewarding our teammates for their hard work, enthusiasm, and professional excellence.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short term and long-term disability, life insurance and wellness program, Flex spending account.
• Flexible Personal Time Off Plan 
• 401K Plan with a generous company match 
• Annual performance incentive.
• 10 Paid holidays, generous paid time off, and paid sick leave.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan Oberto with contribution match. 

  EXTRA BENEFIT:

• Tuition Reimbursement, and career growth opportunities
• Discount commuter benefits
• Safety Shoe program, and Safety Glasses program
• Paid Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Services and Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Program 
• Service Award Recognition program, and Employee Recognition program
• Matching Charity Donations 
• Pet Insurance
• Oberto Product Discounts
• Basic membership reimbursement to Costco or Sam's Club.
• First-class onsite fitness center

Ready to Join Our Snack-Tastic Team?  Apply Now 

Oberto Snacks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Oberto Snacks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veterans' status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at or by applying directly on our website at 

EEO/E-Verify Statements: Oberto Snacks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Oberto Snacks, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.

**Please note, we do not engage with outside recruiters. All recruitment processes are managed internally by our Talent Acquisition team. Thank you.