Director of Transportation

CS Recruiting; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Recruiting represents a well-established wholesale produce leader hiring a Director of Transportation in Minneapolis, MN. The role directs transportation strategy, inbound/outbound operations, and freight spend, ensuring DOT/compliance and driving cost efficiency.

You will lead drivers, dispatch, fleet maintenance, and partner with operations, sales, and customer service to achieve company objectives. A strong track record of 8+ years in transportation leadership and expertise with TMS is

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management.
• Proven success leading large-scale inbound and outbound transportation operations.
• Strong experience managing transportation budgets and controlling costs.
• Expertise with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and transportation analytics.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute transportation strategies that improve service, efficiency, and profitability.
• Lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance.
• Oversee transportation budgets, freight spend, fuel usage, and operational costs.
• Negotiate contracts with carriers and transportation partners.
• Ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze KPIs and transportation data to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and leadership to support company objectives.
• Evaluate new technology and systems to improve transportation performance.

Job description

Company Description :

Our client is a well-established leader in the wholesale produce industry, known for combining exceptional customer service with reliability, integrity, and a strong commitment to its customers. The organization has built its business around long-standing, trust-based relationships with both growers and customers, with a focus on understanding their needs and delivering consistently high-quality service. With daily distribution capabilities, a comprehensive full-line produce offering, and a range of value-added services, our client provides customers with a dependable, one-stop solution for their produce needs. Their continued growth and reputation are driven by a customer-first culture, strong industry relationships, and a commitment to adapting their services to meet the evolving needs of the market.

Job Title :

Director of Transportation

Job Type :

Full-time; On-site

Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute transportation strategies that improve service, efficiency, and profitability
• Lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance
• Oversee transportation budgets, freight spend, fuel usage, and operational costs
• Negotiate contracts with carriers and transportation partners
• Ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and regulatory compliance
• Analyze KPIs and transportation data to drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and leadership to support company objectives
• Evaluate new technology and systems to improve transportation performance

Experience :

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management
• Proven success leading large-scale inbound and outbound transportation operations
• Strong experience managing transportation budgets and controlling costs
• Expertise with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and transportation analytics
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Strategic mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Location :

Minneapolis, MN

Compensation Details :

This position offers a competitive base salary.