Regional Logistics Manager

Accurate Personnel LLC; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Accurate Personnel LLC seeks a Regional Logistics Manager in Franklin, KY to lead transportation and logistics operations across multiple locations. The role requires strategic development of transportation plans, cost control, and cross-functional leadership across Dispatch, Logistics, and Finance teams.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in transportation/logistics or 3PL, plus leadership experience and strong DOT/regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 7+ years in transportation, logistics, brokerage, freight management, or 3PL.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing transportation teams.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and carrier management.
• Experience with multi-site operations and budgeting/forecasting.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office; able to analyze data and trends.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee transportation and logistics operations across multiple locations within an assigned region.
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to improve service, efficiency, and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Provide leadership to Logistics Managers, Supervisors, Dispatch Teams, and Coordinators.
• Establish and monitor regional KPIs, service metrics, and carrier performance.
• Oversee planning, load management, carrier selection, and shipment execution.
• Manage carrier relationships, negotiate rates, and develop partnerships.
• Review spending and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate shipment status and address service issues promptly.
• Analyze transportation data to drive informed business decisions.
• Lead regional problem-solving for service failures and capacity constraints.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Finance.
• Conduct site visits and audits to ensure consistency and compliance.

Skills

Leadership experience

DOT compliance

TMS experience

Carrier management

Budgeting & forecasting

Data analytics

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

TruckMate

PC Miler

RoadNet

Fleetmatics

MS Office

Job description

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: REGIONAL LOGISTICS MANAGER IN FRANKLIN, KY

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Regional Logistics Manager to join our team in Franklin, KY. This individual will be responsible for leading and overseeing transportation and logistics operations across multiple locations within an assigned region. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 7+ years of transportation, logistics, brokerage, freight management, or 3PL experience.

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Starting at $36 to $41/hour, paid weekly
• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Full time schedule
• Located in Franklin, KY

Duties and 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 company Standard Operating Procedures (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 all locations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of transportation, logistics, brokerage, freight management, or 3PL experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 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 managing transportation operations across multiple facilities, customers, or geographic regions preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading large teams and driving operational improvements in fast-paced environments.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, labor planning, and performance management.
• Ability to travel as required to support regional operations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing Transportation Management Systems (TMS), routing software, carrier management platforms, and reporting tools.
• Preferred experience with systems such as TruckMate, PC Miler, RoadNet, Fleetmatics, or similar transportation technologies.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
• Reasoning AbilityAbility to communicate effectively with executives, customers, carriers, and operational teams at all levels of the organization.
• Bilingual capabilities are a plus.

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(Salary range based on experience)

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Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.