Linehaul Manager

Jobtailor; Surrey; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced linehaul leader to oversee all linehaul operations across our network, driving safe, efficient, and cost-effective freight movement. You will develop strategies, optimize routes, and manage budgets to maximize profitability and service quality.

In this role you will monitor key metrics, lead dispatch and planning teams, review carrier contracts, and partner with operations and sales to align capacity with demand.

Qualifications

• Progressive transportation operations experience in LTL/freight/logistics.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role overseeing linehaul or network operations.
• Strong understanding of LTL networks, dispatch, routing, and fleet management.
• Proven ability to lead large operational teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee linehaul operations to ensure safe, efficient movement of freight.
• Develop and execute linehaul strategies aligned with growth objectives.
• Optimize routes, schedules, load factors, and network capacity.
• Monitor key metrics including on-time performance, fuel efficiency, and driver productivity.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the linehaul network.
• Collaborate with operations and sales to align capacity with demand.
• Review and approve carrier contracts, rates, and agreements.
• Provide leadership and coaching to dispatch, planners, supervisors, and staff.
• Develop and maintain operational reporting and KPI dashboards.

Skills

Linehaul Leadership

TMS Routing

Budget Management

Data Analysis

KPI Monitoring

Cost Control

Continuous Improvement

Team Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Tools

Routing Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lead and oversee all linehaul operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of freight throughout the network.
• Develop and execute linehaul strategies aligned with company growth objectives and operational goals.
• Optimize routes, schedules, trailer utilization, load factors, and network capacity to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor and improve key operational metrics including on-time performance, transit times, claims ratios, cube utilization, fuel efficiency, and driver productivity.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the linehaul network.
• Analyze freight flows, lane profitability, and service requirements to support network planning and expansion.
• Collaborate with operations and sales leadership to align capacity with customer demand and growth opportunities.
• Evaluate opportunities for relay operations, backhaul optimization, and interline partnerships.
• Support peak season planning and contingency planning for service disruptions or volume fluctuations.
• Develop and manage the linehaul operating budget.
• Monitor and control transportation costs including labour, fuel, maintenance, purchased transportation, and equipment utilization.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining service and safety standards.
• Review and approve carrier contracts, rates, and operational agreements as applicable.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to dispatch, planners, supervisors, and operational support teams.
• Build a culture focused on accountability, communication, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and employee development initiatives within the linehaul department.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable transportation regulations, including NSC, CVSE, hours-of-service requirements, and safety standards.
• Partner with Safety and Maintenance teams to support fleet compliance and accident prevention initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to Company policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain operational reporting and KPI dashboards.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive transportation operations experience within the LTL, freight, or logistics industry.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership role overseeing linehaul or network operations.
• Strong understanding of LTL transportation networks, dispatch operations, routing, fleet management, and linehaul optimization.
• Proven ability to lead large operational teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS), routing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and safety requirements across Canadian jurisdictions.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading linehaul operations, optimizing transportation networks, and managing operational budgets while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proven ability to analyze data for continuous improvement and drive strategic initiatives that align with company growth objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Linehaul Operations Management
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• LTL Transportation Networks
• Budget Management
• Analytical Problem-Solving

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Linehaul Optimization
• Routing
• Fleet Management
• Operational Metrics Monitoring
• Cost Control
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Data Analysis
• KPI Development

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Coaching
• Decision-Making

Industry Keywords

• Freight
• Logistics
• Transportation Regulations
• Safety Standards
• NSC
• CVSE

Tools & Technologies

• Routing Software
• Microsoft Office Applications