Role OverviewThe Transportation Manager leads Southland's trucking operation and is accountable for its safety, service, and financial results. This is a senior management position that drives the performance and growth of the fleet and works directly with executive leadership.
What You Will Do
The Transportation Manager owns dispatch, driver monitoring and performance, accurate and timely invoicing, the fleet's profit and loss (P&L), DOT/FMCSA compliance, and fleet efficiency, and sets the direction for how the operation improves.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate is a proven operations leader who can set direction, hold people accountable, and still step in on a call with a driver at 5 a.m. or 10 p.m. Programming is not required, but comfort with technology is highly preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in trucking operations, dispatch, or fleet management; flatbed experience preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of management experience leading drivers or operations staff.
- Experience with freight invoicing and with responsibility for a budget or P&L.
- Hands-on experience with Motive or a comparable telematics/ELD platform (Samsara, Geotab, Omnitracs).
- Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, including hours of service, driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, CSA, and flatbed cargo securement.
- Proven ability to lead teams, set clear expectations, and hold people accountable.
- Understanding of trucking financials, including revenue per mile, cost per mile, margins, and invoicing.
- Strong analytical skills and comfort turning data into decisions.
- Picks up new technology quickly and confidently, and teaches it patiently to drivers and staff.
- Clear, direct communication with drivers, customers, and leadership.
- Sound decision-making under time pressure and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual performance incentive opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
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