Transportation Manager

Job Summary

Oversees enterprise transportation to ensure efficient and cost-effective movement of goods. Develops and implements strategies to optimize routes, reduce costs, manage relationships with carriers, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises team members on transportation best practices, including safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, to ensure optimal operations.
• Assists manager in developing and implementing strategic plans that align transportation activities with overall business objectives and operational goals.
• Coordinates processes and assignments to ensure the timely and efficient movement of goods, optimizing routes, and managing logistics challenges.
• Defines project terms and establishes timelines for transportation initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and resource availability.
• Devises solutions to transportation-related issues, such as delays, vehicle breakdowns, and compliance challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Directs workflow of the transportation team, ensuring that daily operations, including fleet management, scheduling, and route planning, are performed effectively.
• Ensures compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards, both internally and externally, including DOT, OSHA, and other applicable laws.
• Evaluates performance of transportation operations by reviewing data and reports on delivery times, costs, and service levels, making recommendations for improvement.
• Implements systems and software to improve tracking, reporting, and management of transportation activities, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: None

Specialized Degree: None

Licenses/Certificates: Certification in transportation management (such as Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL))

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: None

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 1-2 

Travel

Domestic Travel: Up to 25%

Physical Requirements

Moving: 5%

Standing: 5%

Sitting: 90%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

Skills