Transportation Manager

We are partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented manufacturing organization in the Greenville, SC area that is known for operational excellence, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and employee engagement. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a Transportation General Manager to lead and optimize their transportation operations.

The Transportation General Manager will oversee all daily transportation operations for a fleet of 15 to 20 drivers while leading a team that includes dispatchers and transportation support personnel. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation services that support both internal operations and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong transportation management experience, a solid understanding of DOT compliance, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on operational performance, service quality, and future growth initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily transportation operations for a fleet of 15 to 20 drivers.
• Lead and develop dispatch and transportation support teams to ensure efficient load planning, routing, and scheduling.
• Monitor on-time performance, service levels, and delivery accuracy.
• Optimize routes, fleet utilization, and resource allocation to improve efficiency and control costs.
• Manage and develop transportation personnel through coaching, performance management, and goal setting.
• Partner with leadership and HR to support recruiting, staffing, and retention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, IFTA, and all applicable transportation regulations.
• Work closely with the Compliance Officer to maintain regulatory compliance and support audits and reporting requirements.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and safety violations while implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain and improve transportation policies, orientation programs, and safety training initiatives.
• Oversee fleet maintenance scheduling, equipment readiness, and lifecycle management to minimize downtime.
• Monitor fuel consumption, fleet performance, and utilization metrics.
• Serve as the primary liaison between transportation operations and manufacturing teams to align service capabilities with business needs.
• Respond to operational disruptions, customer concerns, and service challenges while implementing effective solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, brokers, vendors, and service providers.
• Manage transportation budgets, including labor, fuel, maintenance, and vendor expenses.
• Analyze key performance indicators including cost per mile, driver productivity, safety performance, and on-time delivery metrics.
• Monitor freight market conditions and support freight rate reviews and adjustments as needed.

What They Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 to 7+ years of transportation management experience in a manufacturing, logistics, distribution, or trucking environment.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA compliance requirements, and IFTA reporting.
• Experience managing drivers, dispatch operations, and transportation support teams.
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Familiarity with both brokerage and asset-based trucking operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
• Ability to navigate changing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and a hands-on management style.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to lead a critical function within a growing organization.
• High-impact role with visibility across operations and leadership teams.
• Strong company culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence operational strategy and transportation performance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.