Senior Transportation Operations Leader (P&L, 50+ Drivers)

NFI Industries; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

NFI Industries is seeking a Transportation Manager II to lead a large, multi-site operation with full P&L responsibility in the United States. The role oversees 50+ drivers, drives customer satisfaction, and expands revenue by leveraging both dedicated and non-dedicated accounts.

You will manage day-to-day operations, staff, budgeting, and safety programs while aligning with corporate goals and standards. A strong background in supply chain, transportation management, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5+ years’ overall experience in supply chain.
• Experience with applications such as TMW is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of transportation / mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, FDA regulations and the willingness to become certified in one or more of these areas as necessary.
• Excellent talent management skills.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills specifically with external clients.
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day operations of facilities and subordinate staff including managers, supervisors, coordinators, clerks, spotters, and drivers.
• Accountable for interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis regarding customer reviews and continuous improvement.
• Develops and manages a comprehensive strategy for the project by shaping requirements, assessing deliverables and utilizing resources to help eliminate process problems.
• Plans long-term labor needs based on sales, forecasts and historical data.
• Develops a strategic plan to ensure the efficient and cost effective operation and utilization of the equipment and personnel.
• Oversees asset management, delivery/logistics, regulatory compliance, productivity improvement, planning and organization, problem solving, project management and communicating to top-level management
• Oversees and ensures all customer pick-up and delivery requirements are meeting customer standards
• Audits compliance of both internal and external SOP’s.
• Ensures that equipment is utilized in the most efficient manner
• Sources all avenues to grow revenue base with both dedicated and non-dedicated customers

Skills

Talent management

Communication skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

Tools

TMW

MS Office

Transportation knowledge

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/DOT/HAZMAT/FDA)

Job description

NFI Industries is seeking a Transportation Manager II to lead a large, multi-site operation with full P&L responsibility in the United States. The role oversees 50+ drivers, drives customer satisfaction, and expands revenue by leveraging both dedicated and non-dedicated accounts.

You will manage day-to-day operations, staff, budgeting, and safety programs while aligning with corporate goals and standards. A strong background in supply chain, transportation management, and regulatory compliance