HR Manager - Buffalo, NY

US Foods

Buffalo, New York
Local
$65,000 - $100,000/yr
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Posted 1 months ago

What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with US Foods in Buffalo, New York. The position pays $65,000 - $100,000/yr.

Job Description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! The Human Resource Manager’s (HRM) mission is to support the Area Director of HR in executing the area vision, direction, and goals. The Human Resources Manager helps create a safe, inclusive, and engaging culture, ensuring that the organization has the right talent in the right roles at the right time to deliver our Key Results. The HRM leads, manages and influences recruitment, policy interpretation and administration, employee relations, performance management and training. Facilitates timely resolution of employee relations issues while maintaining an appropriate balance between employee and management advocacy. Supports Operations with the administration of the collective bargaining agreement(s) in union facilities. Experience supporting unionized supply chain employees and working with union reps is REQUIRED for this role. The ideal experience level for this role will be HR Generalist or HR Business Partner with minimum 6 years HR experience with at least 4 in professional (non-administrative) role. The ideal candidate must have heavy experience working with unionized hourly teams (engaging with union reps, ability to provide insight to CBAs, work with grievances and possible negotiations. Base Salary: $85k - $115k ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure a genuine safety culture that fosters employee well-being through engagement and leadership accountability. Role model and prioritize the value of safety at all times. Challenge leaders to set the right tone for safety and hold them accountable for proactive efforts that drive engagement. Advocate for a positive employee experience and high engagement. Be able to identify employee experience defects and escalate those risks to the right stakeholders. Promote a positive work environment across the Market that drives engagement, retention, and EPS, through consistent execution of LEAD Plays. Utilize data and insights to identify opportunities and make recommendations when appropriate (i.e EPS action planning).Be a present, active thought partner and participant in identifying gaps in the Associate Experience, prioritization and action planning, and preparing to support during labor negotiations. Participate in the development of department goals and objectives and execute plans to meet these goals. Advise supervisors and managers on application of Company policies to ensure consistency and accurate policy interpretation interdepartmentally. Facilitate training as needed, I.e. orientation or leader development. Execute & support communication and change campaigns for strategic HR and business priorities, driving employee adoption and accelerating ROI. Support leaders to create the necessary beliefs and experiences for our associates to change culture and thus, results. Collaborate with HR stakeholders to support campaigns and deliver consistent programmatic messaging across the HR function. Maintain accountability to support consistent implementation and execution of policies, plays, and routines. Lead investigations with support of the ADHR when assigned, partner with Compliance on investigations they lead; effectively summarize findings and provide recommendations for employee relations investigations in conjunction with Region HR, Compliance, Legal, and functional leaders. Support recruitment efforts, help develop staffing and retention strategies, manage onboarding, PIP’s and IDP’s. Review and coach on hourly level disciplinary / performance management actions. Provide coaching and consulting support to Area leaders, with guidance from the ADHR, in completing talent assessment and planning processes, performance management processes and talent identification for various programs. Lead leave administration practices for the market, provide guidance for the interactive process in conjunction with ADHR and Legal. Participate in interactive discussions with employees in compliance with ADA and support the Workers Compensation Program. Collaborate with and influence market leaders to ensure HR practices align with business objectives and drive market success. Remain up-to-date with changes in US Foods procedures, employment laws, and regulations to ensure compliance. Maintain documentation relating to personnel activities such as staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, Affirmative Action Plans including good faith outreach efforts, and disciplinary actions. Maintain personnel files. Other duties assigned by manager. SUPERVISION: N/A RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Front line leaders, managers, and directors in Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, and Human Resources. Associates at all levels in all departments. External: Interaction with job candidates, outside agencies, and occasionally customers. WORK ENVIRONMENT Onsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods office-based environment. Significant amount of interaction with associates in multiple locations such as our distribution centers, driver domicile yards, and occasional customer visits with territory managers. Will work some evening shifts in order to interact with late shift associates. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 6 years HR experience with at least 4 in professional (non-administrative) role. Experience consulting with and advising small management teams. Demonstrated strong foundation in core HR fundamentals to effectively support and advise the organization on various HR practices and processes. Familiarity with legislation concerning employment such as: ADA, FMLA, EEOC, FLSA, Title VII. Working knowledge of MS Office software required; HRIS familiarity; effective presentation skills; ability to interface with all employee levels. Travel required 10-15% EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING SHRM certification desirable LICENSES Valid driver’s license required & motor vehicle record must be in good standing. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prior employee relations experience and experience working in a collective bargaining environment preferred. Prior experience with affirmative action requirements at a Federal government contractor preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to make timely and informed decisions and understand when to escalate issues PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time. List the required physical activities including length of time performing each activity referencing the key below. OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY: STAND: FREQUENTLY WALK: FREQUENTLY DRIVE VEHICLE: OCCASIONALLY SIT: CONTINUOUSLY LIFT 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY 11-20 lbs (Light): N/A 21-50 lbs (Medium): N/A 51-100 lbs (Heavy):N/A Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A CARRY 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY 11-20 lbs (Light): N/A 21-50 lbs (Medium): N/A 51-100 lbs (Heavy): N/A Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A PUSH/PULL: N/A CLIMB/BALANCE 2: N/A STOOP/SQUAT: N/A KNEEL: N/A BEND: N/A REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: N/A TWIST: N/A GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: CONTINUOUSLY 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift) 2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs) 3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel) 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps) 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers) This role will also 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.html. 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 $65,000 - $100,000 ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

Requirements

  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Local Trucking

Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

Pros & Cons of Local Driving

Pros

  • + Home every night with weekends typically off
  • + No need to live in a sleeper cab
  • + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
  • + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
  • + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery

Cons

  • Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
  • More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
  • Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
  • Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
  • Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in New York

New York City's massive consumer market creates enormous demand for local delivery and distribution drivers.

Average driver salary in New York: $55,000 - $80,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $65,000 - $100,000/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What is the trucking job market like in New York?

New York City's massive consumer market creates enormous demand for local delivery and distribution drivers. The average truck driver salary in New York ranges from $55,000 - $80,000 per year.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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