TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

Location:

Austell, GA Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM |

In Office Employment Type:

Full-Time | Salary

POSITION SUMMARY

The Transportation Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of the company's transportation operations. This position oversees a team of approximately 30 drivers and is responsible for budget management, fleet management, driver personnel, safety compliance, route optimization, technology, and customer service. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, analytical leader who can balance operational efficiency with safety, cost control, employee performance, and exceptional customer service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget Management

• Develop, monitor, and manage the transportation department budget.
• Analyze fuel, maintenance, labor, equipment, and other transportation-related expenses.
• Identify opportunities to reduce operating costs while maintaining safety and service standards.
• Use route optimization and fleet performance data to support budget decisions.
• Monitor department performance and establish measurable operational goals. Fleet Management
• Oversee the company's transportation fleet to ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, properly maintained, and efficiently utilized.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and other fleet requirements.
• Monitor vehicle utilization, mileage, fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and overall fleet performance.
• Evaluate fleet needs and assist with vehicle and equipment replacement planning.
• Utilize Samsara Fleet Manager and other technology to monitor and improve fleet performance. Driver Personnel Management
• Directly manage approximately 30 drivers.
• Establish expectations for performance, safety, attendance, customer service, and compliance.
• Coach, develop, and hold drivers accountable for performance.
• Develop staffing and scheduling plans to meet transportation demands. Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT and OSHA regulations, company policies, and transportation safety requirements.
• Maintain required driver, vehicle, inspection, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor driver safety performance and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Stay current on changes to applicable DOT requirements and transportation regulations. Route Optimization & Operational Efficiency
• Manage and continuously improve delivery routes to maximize efficiency and control transportation costs.
• Utilize route optimization software to improve driver productivity, mileage, delivery schedules, fuel efficiency, and fleet utilization.
• Analyze route performance and identify opportunities to streamline operations.
• Balance route efficiency with customer delivery requirements and service expectations.
• Use route optimization to directly support budget management and fleet management objectives.
• Identify and implement process improvements that reduce unnecessary mileage, downtime, and operating costs.
• Continuously evaluate transportation workflows and develop practical solutions to improve efficiency.

Technology & Systems Manage and effectively utilize transportation technology, including: o Route optimization software o Samsara Fleet Manager o Customer communication platforms o Fleet tracking and reporting systems Monitor technology-generated data to improve transportation performance. Address transportation-related customer concerns promptly and professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Previous management experience in transportation, fleet operations, logistics, distribution, or a related field.
• Experience managing a team of drivers or transportation personnel; experience managing approximately 30 drivers preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation operations, fleet management, and route optimization.
• Working knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Experience with Samsara Fleet Manager or similar technology preferred.
• Strong budget management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Able to balance cost control, operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant transportation management experience may be considered.

Benefits Include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401(k)

SCHEDULE

The general schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility required based on business needs. The Transportation Manager must be available for occasional evening and weekend on-call support to address time-sensitive situations such as equipment breakdowns, weather emergencies, and other transportation-related issues.

Pay:

Up to $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person