Remote Transportation Manager — Carrier & Ops Leader (Houston)

Einride; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Einride in Houston, TX is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily operations, route planning, and carrier partnerships in a fully remote role based in Houston. The position requires 6+ years of transportation or carrier management experience, strong leadership, and a track record of cost optimization and safety compliance.

You will manage budgets, collaborate with warehouse and service teams, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in transportation or carrier management.
• Strong knowledge of transportation logistics, DOT compliance, and fleet management.
• Active CDL (Class A) preferred
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily transportation operations, including route planning and performance monitoring
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with transportation carriers and third-party logistics providers
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards
• Site budget management and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of drivers and logistics personnel
• Implement strategies to improve service levels, reduce delays, and increase overall efficiency
• Analyze transportation data and KPIs to support continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with warehouse, customer service, and operations teams

Skills

Transportation logistics

Carrier management

Leadership

DOT compliance

Communication

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

CDL (A) preferred

Job description

Einride in Houston, TX is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead daily operations, route planning, and carrier partnerships in a fully remote role based in Houston. The position requires 6+ years of transportation or carrier management experience, strong leadership, and a track record of cost optimization and safety compliance.

You will manage budgets, collaborate with warehouse and service teams, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and KPI tracking.