Senior Transportation Operations Manager

Edward Don & Company; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Don & Company is seeking a Transportation Manager responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of products to customers. The role focuses on thorough planning, monitoring driver performance, and managing expenses in a dynamic environment.

You will supervise transportation personnel, optimize routes, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations, while coordinating payroll and vendor invoices. The position requires leadership and strong computer routing platform skills.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of transportation management experience.
• Proficient with routing platforms and computer systems.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Union experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver performance using available tech.
• Maintain records of driver pay and equipment.
• Ensure DOT regulation compliance in docs.
• Review routing for efficiency.
• Hire, train, and supervise transportation staff.
• Direct and coordinate driver safety observations.
• Process bi-weekly payroll.
• Review and approve vendor invoices and payroll records.

Skills

Transportation mgmt

DOT regulations

Computer skills

Routing platforms

Union experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Routing software

Job description

Edward Don & Company is seeking a Transportation Manager responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of products to customers. The role focuses on thorough planning, monitoring driver performance, and managing expenses in a dynamic environment.

You will supervise transportation personnel, optimize routes, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations, while coordinating payroll and vendor invoices. The position requires leadership and strong computer routing platform skills.