Dairy Transportation Manager: KPI-Driven Leader

Valley Queen Cheese Factory; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Queen Cheese Factory in Milbank, SD, is seeking a Transportation Manager to own end-to-end logistics operations, including fleet, carrier, and 3PL networks. You will drive disciplined processes, cost control, and system integrity across the dairy supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus at least five years in logistics with two years leading teams. Travel is occasional; dairy manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience, including at least two years leading teams.
• Experience in dairy processing or manufacturing preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Owns day-to-day performance of liquid load transportation across owned, contracted, and outside hauler carriers.
• Executes departmental goals and priorities aligned with company strategy.
• Establishes and delivers KPI's aligned with goals.
• Leads and develops Supervisors and Leads to ensure strong execution.
• Reinforces culture, expectations, and leadership behaviors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Business Acumen

Technical Capacity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Valley Queen Cheese Factory in Milbank, SD, is seeking a Transportation Manager to own end-to-end logistics operations, including fleet, carrier, and 3PL networks. You will drive disciplined processes, cost control, and system integrity across the dairy supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus at least five years in logistics with two years leading teams. Travel is occasional; dairy manufacturing experience is preferred.