Lead Transportation & Carrier Operations Manager

Carlisle Spray Foam Insulation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Spray Foam Insulation is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager to lead inbound and outbound transportation planning, sourcing, carrier management, and training, collaborating with Plant Shipping Operations and Order Management.

The role requires 3–5 years in Transportation/Logistics, supervisory experience, and a Bachelor's degree. Travel 10–15% and occasional site visits across the United States. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in Transportation, Carrier Management, or Logistics.
• 1-3 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Experience with SAP and WMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3 to 4 Transportation Operations Analysts.
• Lead day-to-day transportation operations including delivery, load, equipment, and mode optimization.
• Partner with plant shipping operations to plan transportation based on outbound capacity.
• Carrier management: lead carrier scorecard and business reviews, driving increased carrier performance.
• Support RFP and mini-bid events.
• Assist in developing long-term TMS strategies to maximize cost and resource efficiency.
• Assist in problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking and prioritization

Personal computer and MS Office

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, or related field

Tools

SAP

WMS / Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Carlisle Spray Foam Insulation is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager to lead inbound and outbound transportation planning, sourcing, carrier management, and training, collaborating with Plant Shipping Operations and Order Management.

The role requires 3–5 years in Transportation/Logistics, supervisory experience, and a Bachelor's degree. Travel 10–15% and occasional site visits across the United States. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.