Onsite Transportation Manager — Lead Logistics & Carrier Partners

RK Industries; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(K) with company match

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

RK Industries, housed in Aurora, CO, seeks a Transportation Manager to lead dispatch, optimize carrier performance, and ensure timely deliveries across fabrication shops, warehouses, and jobsites. This onsite role offers ownership of a critical function and a chance to impact operations daily.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in transportation/logistics, with 3+ years in supervisory roles, plus strong negotiation, regulatory knowledge, and proficiency in Excel, ERP/TMS systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, transportation, business, engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of transportation/logistics experience with 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven ability to manage carrier relationships, capacity, rates, and service performance.
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and shipping documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead dispatch and transportation teams to drive on-time delivery performance.
• Plan routing, load planning, and resource allocation to maximize fleet utilization.
• Build and manage carrier/driver partnerships for reliable capacity and service levels.
• Coordinate logistics requirements with real-time visibility and recovery plans for disruptions.
• Drive cost reductions via route optimization and KPI management.
• Manage transportation risks and contingency/recovery strategies.

Skills

Transportation leadership

Carrier management

Budget & vendor negotiation

Regulatory compliance (DOT/FMCSA)

Data analysis & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics/related field

Tools

ERP/TMS systems

Job description

RK Industries, housed in Aurora, CO, seeks a Transportation Manager to lead dispatch, optimize carrier performance, and ensure timely deliveries across fabrication shops, warehouses, and jobsites. This onsite role offers ownership of a critical function and a chance to impact operations daily.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in transportation/logistics, with 3+ years in supervisory roles, plus strong negotiation, regulatory knowledge, and proficiency in Excel, ERP/TMS systems.