Global Transportation & Logistics Leader

Curran Recruiting; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Curran Recruiting partners with a growing manufacturing and distribution organization to recruit an experienced Transportation Manager to oversee domestic and international transportation operations across multiple locations. You will lead freight optimization, carrier partnerships, and continuous improvement within a complex supply chain setting, ensuring on-time, cost-efficient deliveries.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of leadership in transportation, with TMS experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of leadership in transportation operations with multiple direct reports.
• Experience negotiating contracts and leading carrier RFP/RFQ processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead domestic and international transportation activities (Truckload, LTL, Parcel, Air, Ocean).
• Manage planning, routing, carrier selection, and freight optimization for on-time, cost-effective deliveries.
• Negotiate carrier contracts and manage RFP/RFQ processes; secure spot capacity as needed.
• Oversee carrier performance via KPI tracking and quarterly business reviews.
• Lead freight payables and accrual processes; ensure accurate reconciliation and reporting.
• Analyze freight spend to identify savings opportunities and improve operations.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, HAZMAT, import/export, and transportation regulations.
• Mentor and develop a team responsible for transportation planning and freight operations.

Skills

Leadership

Carrier negotiation

TMS expertise

KPI & analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Supply Chain/Logistics)

Tools

TMS (Transportation Management Systems)

Job description

Curran Recruiting partners with a growing manufacturing and distribution organization to recruit an experienced Transportation Manager to oversee domestic and international transportation operations across multiple locations. You will lead freight optimization, carrier partnerships, and continuous improvement within a complex supply chain setting, ensuring on-time, cost-efficient deliveries.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of leadership in transportation, with TMS experience