Transportation Manager

Transportation Manager

Req ID: 46181

Date: May 17, 2026

Location:

Charlotte, NC, US, 28273

Company: Sonepar

Brand: Capital Electric

There’s a Place for You at Capital

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Capital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Role:

The Transportation Manager oversees all aspects of transportation operations for the distribution center, cross-dock, and hub-branch network, ensuring seamless movement of goods through every stage of the supply chain. This includes planning, fleet management, vendor coordination, and compliance, with a strong focus on optimizing last-mile delivery to improve efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction. The role bridges strategy and execution, making sure transportation systems support organizational goals and customer needs.

Main Job Duties:

• Direct daily transportation activities, including fleet management, dispatching, and coordination with third-party carriers.

• Ensure maintenance, inspection, and repair schedules are followed for all transportation assets.

• Manage contracts, service agreements, and relationships with transportation vendors and logistics partners.

• Implement technology systems for route planning, scheduling, and real-time visibility, including last-mile tracking and customer notifications.

• Identify operational gaps and implement improvements to increase efficiency across the distribution center, cross-dock, and hub-branch network.

• Prepare and manage the transportation budget, ensuring cost control and efficiency.

• Supervise and support transportation team, including drivers, office support and leads.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Experience with process improvement methodologies (lean, six sigma, etc.)

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Experience overseeing distribution centers, cross-dock facilities, or hub-and-spoke networks strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), fleet management software, and warehouse/distribution technology.

• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and Power BI.

• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA standards, and OSHA safety compliance.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Data analysis and reporting skills to track KPIs and improve performance.

• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing diverse teams.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Ability to foster teamwork, collaboration, and accountability.

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans

• Dental & vision

• Paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• 401(k) retirement savings with company match

• Professional and personal development programs

• Opportunity to become a shareholder

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents

• Robust wellness program

• Gym reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

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