Regional Logistics Leader: Strategy, Ops & Compliance

Accurate Personnel; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurate Personnel invites a Regional Logistics Manager to lead transportation and logistics across multiple facilities. You will drive strategic initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize carrier performance while aligning with company goals.

The role requires significant leadership, budgeting, and data analysis, with a focus on service levels, cost control, and continuous improvement. Travel to regional sites will be required, and collaboration with Operations, Finance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 7+ years of transportation, logistics, brokerage, freight management, or 3PL experience.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing transportation teams, managers, or multi-site operations.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations, transportation compliance, carrier management, routing, and freight optimization.
• Experience across multiple facilities, customers, or geographic regions preferred.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, labor planning, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee transportation and logistics operations across multiple locations within an assigned region.
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to improve service, efficiency, cost control, and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, transportation regulations, and safety requirements.
• Provide leadership and direction to Logistics Managers, Supervisors, Dispatch Teams, and Transportation Coordinators.
• Establish and monitor regional KPIs, service metrics, carrier performance standards, and operational objectives.
• Oversee transportation planning, load management, carrier selection, and shipment execution to ensure optimal service levels.
• Manage carrier relationships, negotiate transportation rates, and develop strategic partnerships to support business growth.
• Review transportation spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely communication regarding shipment status, operational issues, and customer service concerns.
• Analyze transportation data, trends, and operational performance to drive informed business decisions.
• Lead regional problem-solving efforts related to service failures, capacity constraints, carrier performance, and customer escalations.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Finance teams to align transportation strategies with business objectives.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational excellence across locations.
• Develop and mentor transportation leadership teams through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Provide support during operational emergencies, peak periods, staffing challenges, and critical business situations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Transportation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

TMS

TruckMate

PC Miler

RoadNet

Fleetmatics

Job description

Accurate Personnel invites a Regional Logistics Manager to lead transportation and logistics across multiple facilities. You will drive strategic initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize carrier performance while aligning with company goals.

The role requires significant leadership, budgeting, and data analysis, with a focus on service levels, cost control, and continuous improvement. Travel to regional sites will be required, and collaboration with Operations, Finance, and