Senior Traffic & Logistics Manager

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. in Morris, IL is seeking a Traffic Manager to direct and oversee transportation operations and ensure customers receive products efficiently.

The role involves coordinating inbound/outbound freight, managing driver logs, and driving safety and compliance across the branch. You will lead a team in a dynamic environment, apply analytical thinking to optimize routes and costs, and collaborate with vendors to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a transportation manager in a similar industry.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Solid knowledge of State and Federal DOT regulations.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Geographical comprehension and routing sense.
• Analytical thinking with data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with State and Federal DOT and company safety policies.
• Maintain records, logs, and schedules for transportation vehicles and drivers.
• Coordinate movement of inbound/outbound equipment and freight from origin to destination.
• Consolidate freight orders into truckloads for specific destinations.
• Provide monthly branch reports.
• Inventory finished goods and purchase resale inventory.
• Hire, train, and monitor all aspects of the traffic department.
• Control department expenses and budgets.

Skills

Transportation management

Leadership

Communication

DOT regulations

Geography

Analytics

Job description

Leggett & Platt, Inc. in Morris, IL is seeking a Traffic Manager to direct and oversee transportation operations and ensure customers receive products efficiently.

The role involves coordinating inbound/outbound freight, managing driver logs, and driving safety and compliance across the branch. You will lead a team in a dynamic environment, apply analytical thinking to optimize routes and costs, and collaborate with vendors to meet business needs.