Transportation Manager

Salary Range $71,090 - $94,260 Position Overview The Manager of Transportation is responsible for leading and developing a team of salary and hourly professionals focused on delivering "best in class" results across safety, customer experience, and financial targets. This role will set goals and ensure accountability for delivering results in a large‑scale transportation operation, requiring cross‑functional coordination with stakeholders such as warehouse shipping/receiving, sales, fleet maintenance, planning, and human resources. The manager will also promote proper work behaviors and procedures to maintain a culture of safety in the workplace environment. Job Description Accountable for P&L management: control outbound operational expenses and identify opportunities to generate revenue through efficient execution of inbound lanes (backhaul / brokerage). Partner with inbound transportation to align capacity and freight‑pickup costs. Lead the entire team of salary and hourly personnel to optimal performance while fostering a transparent, inclusive, and safe work environment; track key metrics, drive continuous improvement, coach on performance issues, and elevate morale. Accountable for staffing decisions, retention, and employee performance. Private Fleet Management (where applicable): promote activities that ensure a safe and DOT‑compliant workplace; partner with DOT compliance and safety groups to enforce company policies and programs; conduct routine observations and audits to ensure drivers perform proper equipment checks and complete assignments safely and efficiently. Maintain Driver Qualification files, driver log accuracy, and enforce the company’s drug and alcohol testing protocol. Deliver exceptional customer experience through on‑time delivery and prompt issue resolution; serve as the transportation subject‑matter expert on projects when assigned. Travel required: No. Skills Specialized Knowledge: DOT Regulations Special Skills: MS Office, effective verbal and written communication, performance management Other: Manhattan TMS, on‑board computers (ELDs) Years of experience: 5–7 years Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree – General Studies Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – Project Management Institute Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) – APICS High School Diploma – General Studies Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Company Hawaiian Housewares, LLC EEO Statement Hawaiian Housewares, LTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr