Transportation Manager

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL Department: Dot Transportation, Inc. Reports To: Senior Transportation Manager Salary Range: $76,285 – $114,428 annually, plus bonus opportunity As a Transportation Manager, you will lead transportation operations and develop high‑performing teams that safely and efficiently deliver exceptional service. You will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, cost management, process development, and effective leadership while partnering with peers across the transportation network to achieve shared goals. WHAT YOU’LL DO Manage and develop a team of drivers/office staff. Balance competing priorities while addressing customer, employee, and operational challenges. Partner with transportation, distribution, and corporate teams to successfully lead change and achieve business objectives. Manage remote employees through effective communication, coaching, accountability, and performance management. Drive cost improvement initiatives, eliminate waste, and implement process improvements that enhance operational performance. Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. YOU MUST HAVE Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Dot experience. Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills. Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office programs. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Customer‑focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE 2+ years of leadership or management experience. Transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations experience. Experience leading remote employees and driving organizational change. ROLE SPECIFICS Travel – Travel approximately twice per month to terminals and driver recruiting events. Must have the ability to travel independently without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train. Schedule – Ability to work a flexible schedule. Will include some evening/week‑end calls and occasional after‑hours events. WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance. Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and profit‑sharing. Significant advancement opportunities. Safety This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co‑workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and shows unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety. EOE/AA Employer DOT believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. DOT will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dot Foods, Inc.