Manager - Site

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc; Tracy, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matched retirement plan

Paid time off, holidays, and parental/

Life and disability insurance + tele-m

Job summary

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is seeking a Manager – Site to lead operations onsite at a customer location in Tracy, CA.

You will drive daily execution, safety, and service excellence while partnering with internal teams to meet performance targets. The role supervises fleet and dispatch teams, owns the onsite customer relationship, leads rate discussions and business reviews, and diligently manages site budgets to achieve profitability.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Physical requirements: Office environment, lift up to 20 pounds
• Experience: Managing transportation or logistics operations with teams or accounts
• Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
• Customer focus: Manage relationships, conduct business reviews, and resolve issues
• Financial acumen: Understand budgets, cost control, and margin improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead operations onsite at a customer location, managing performance, safety, and profitability.
• Develop fleet managers, dispatch managers, and support staff to ensure accountability.
• Own the customer relationship; lead rate discussions and business reviews.
• Manage site budgets and monitor key cost drivers for profitability.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure DOT/compliance.
• Track metrics, analyze results, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with planning, maintenance, and safety teams to optimize resources.
• Identify and implement process improvements across sites.
• Maintain flexibility to support operations outside standard hours.
• Maintain regular attendance and support team needs

Skills

Operational leadership

Team leadership

Customer relationship management

Financial acumen

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

Transportation management systems

Job description

Lead a customer operation, build high-performing teams and drive results that move a business forward.

About CRST
CRST is celebrating 70+ years of grit, growth, and forward momentum - a legacy built on safety, integrity, and delivering on our commitments. At CRST, you'll be part of a team backed by a company committed to operational excellence, strong partnerships, and long-term success.

The Opportunity

The Manager – Site leads operations onsite at a customer location and is accountable for the operational and financial performance of assigned customer accounts. This role oversees daily execution, service delivery, and safety outcomes, owns the onsite customer relationship, and partners closely with internal teams to drive compliant, efficient operations while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

CRST Dedicated Solutions
CRST's Dedicated Solutions team strives to provide customers with the flexibility of a private fleet – focused on speed, efficiency and value – without the expense. We work to deliver service excellence to our retailers and producers, relentlessly working toward more consistent, dependable and high-quality delivery services to make us an invaluable part of supply chain logistics.

How You'll Work

Location: Tracy, CA (Onsite with Customer)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3 am - 12 pm and other operations support as needed

Compensation: $79,195 - $110,000 starting salary Pay Bi-Weekly *A final amount is dependent on factors including prior relevant experience, knowledge, and location. Typically, selected candidates are hired at a rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; plus additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Operational Leadership and Performance: Lead operations onsite at a customer location, managing performance, safety, and profitability for one or more customer sites while driving daily execution and service excellence
• Team Leadership and Development: Supervise and develop fleet managers, dispatch managers, and support staff to ensure accountability, engagement, and alignment with company goals
• Customer Relationship Management: Own the customer relationship, serving as the primary onsite contact for assigned customers; lead rate discussions, business reviews, and performance conversations to strengthen partnership and achieve operational goals
• Financial Accountability: Manage site-level budgets, monitor key cost drivers, and execute strategies to achieve sustained profitability, utilization, and financial performance goals
• Safety and Compliance: Promote a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, company policies, and customer standards
• Performance Monitoring and Analysis: Track key operational and financial metrics, analyze results, and implement corrective actions to maintain service, safety, and margin goals
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with planning, maintenance, and safety teams to optimize resources, resolve operational challenges, and support customer needs
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction across assigned sites
• Availability: Maintain flexibility to support operations outside standard business hours as needed to ensure service continuity and customer satisfaction
• Accountability and Reliability: Maintain regular and reliable attendance while performing other duties as assigned to support team and business needs

REQUIREMENTS :

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an office environment. Activities include sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds, using standard office equipment, and communicating with colleagues or customers. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.
• Experience: Proven experience managing transportation or logistics operations, with responsibility for teams or accounts
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment
• Customer Focus: Strong ability to manage relationships, conduct business reviews, and resolve issues effectively
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of operational budgets, cost control, and margin improvement strategies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Education: A four-year degree or applicable work experience with demonstrated success
• Experience: Experience leading a dedicated or customer-specific transportation site
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in reviewing KPIs, financial results, and operational data to identify improvements
• Process Improvement: Experience standardizing processes or implementing operational best practices
• Technology: Proficiency with transportation management systems or related operational tools

CRST CORE VALUE :
Safety at the Core of All We Do – Integrity in Every Decision and Action – Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities

EEO STATEMENT :
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and related conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License - Class C

Equal Opportunity Employer
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