Transportation Manager

MKB Company is a leading provider of products and services in the environmental control market. Our solutions support erosion control, sediment management, stormwater management, pollutant removal, and low-impact development. As an industry leader committed to excellence in customer satisfaction, we provide innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective solutions that help contractors, distributors, engineers, and consultants achieve better environmental outcomes. At MKB, we live our values: Respect People, Always Own the Outcome Grow Together Position Overview The Transportation Manager is responsible for developing and executing MKB's transportation strategy across all modes, ensuring efficient, scalable, and cost-effective logistics operations. This role oversees significant transportation spend and serves as a key connector between corporate strategy, plant operations, and external logistics partners—driving alignment, visibility, and continuous improvement across our network. Key Responsibilities Transportation Strategy & Execution Serve as the subject matter expert for all transportation modes, including 3PL, truckload, flatbed, private fleet, LTL, and parcel Develop and execute strategies to optimize cost, service, and efficiency Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFP development, carrier selection, and implementation Carrier & 3PL Management Manage relationships with 3PL partners and carriers, including: Rate negotiations and contract management Service performance and expectations Accessorial charges and payment terms Conduct regular business reviews and ensure alignment with operational needs Drive utilization of preferred carriers and providers Operational Optimization Oversee and optimize performance of company-owned fleet operations Identify and implement cost savings and process improvements through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration Resolve escalated transportation issues from internal stakeholders Performance & Analytics Develop, track, and report on key transportation metrics and KPIs Monitor freight spend performance against budget and operational targets Calculate and report transportation savings Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with plant leaders and cross-functional teams to execute transportation strategies Support budgeting and planning processes Lead transportation integration efforts for acquisitions Share best practices across locations to drive consistency and efficiency Market Awareness Stay current on transportation market trends, capacity shifts, and cost drivers Adjust strategies as needed to maintain service and cost competitiveness Reliable and consistent attendance Other duties as needed Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related field preferred 7+ years of transportation experience , with strong exposure to truckload, flatbed, and 3PL management Experience in a multi-site or matrix organization preferred Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical skills with experience in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools