Rail Logistics & Fleet Strategy Manager

Confidential Jobs; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs is seeking a transportation operations leader to drive rail freight strategy, fleet management, and related functions across North America.

You will supervise supplier relationships, monitor compliance, and lead continuous improvement programs while supporting strategic initiatives. Collaborate with plant, procurement, and operations teams, manage budgets, and optimize rail fleet utilization through ERP-enabled processes.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of logistics or supply chain management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage rail traffic activities across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
• Determine efficient routing and modes using rate manuals and railroad resources.
• Negotiate rail fleet leases, extensions, and railcar returns.
• Develop metrics to monitor rail fleet utilization.
• Collaborate with ERP teams to resolve rail transportation issues.
• Support transportation requirements with plant, procurement, and operations.
• Assist in preparing and managing the annual department budget.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Communication

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

Confidential Jobs is seeking a transportation operations leader to drive rail freight strategy, fleet management, and related functions across North America.

You will supervise supplier relationships, monitor compliance, and lead continuous improvement programs while supporting strategic initiatives. Collaborate with plant, procurement, and operations teams, manage budgets, and optimize rail fleet utilization through ERP-enabled processes.