Transportation Manager

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Transportation Director and collaborate closely with internal teams including Fleet Management, Human Resources, Dispatch, and Transportation Facilities.
• Lead and supervise drivers within the transportation division, ensuring consistent performance, engagement, and compliance.
• Manage full cycle driver recruitment, including tracking open positions, interviewing, road testing, hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and mentoring across all locations.
• Partner with dispatch to develop and maintain effective driver schedules, communicating changes and expectations clearly.
• Address driver related issues such as scheduling concerns, grievances, documentation compliance, and performance challenges with a solution focused approach.
• Oversee driver performance with a strong emphasis on safety, productivity, efficiency, and service quality, including conducting evaluations and managing the disciplinary process in coordination with HR.
• Support safety initiatives by assisting with safety meetings, ensuring completion of required training, and maintaining ongoing communication regarding DOT compliance and SMS reports.
• Ensure strict adherence to DOT regulations, company safety policies, and administrative procedures by making safety focused operational decisions.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of management or leadership experience.
• Background in delivery, trucking, or transportation operations preferred.
• College degree or relevant certification (Business, Operations, Transportation, or Leadership) preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor employee training programs.
• Highly organized with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer proficiency required.
• Proven ability to lead effectively in a fast paced, hands on environment.
• Sound judgment and decision making skills, with the ability to balance cost, customer expectations, and driver needs.
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing priorities.
• Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements preferred.
• M-F 8a-5p with an expected workweek of 45-50 hours per week (Over time as needed)

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Access to quality and affordable health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match component (up to 4%).
• Competitive salary.
• Direct Hire

Salary: $80K-$95K

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