Strategic Transportation Manager: Optimize Routes & Costs

Southwire Company; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health insurance packages

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company in the United States is seeking an experienced Transportation Manager who oversees enterprise transportation, develops strategies to optimize routes, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role focuses on guiding a small team, coordinating carrier relationships, and implementing tracking systems for better performance.

The position requires 5–7 years of experience in transportation management, a Bachelor's degree, and CTL certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum education level is a Bachelor27s degree.
• 517 years of experience in transportation management.
• Certification in transportation management (e.g., CTL) is preferred.
• 811 years experience preferred for expanded scope.

Responsibilities

• Advise team on transportation best practices to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Assist manager in developing and implementing strategic plans that align transportation activities with business goals.
• Coordinate processes to ensure timely movement of goods and optimize routes.
• Define project terms and establish timelines for transportation initiatives.
• Devises solutions to delays, breakdowns, and compliance challenges.
• Direct workflow of the transportation team including fleet management, scheduling, and route planning.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and applicable laws.
• Evaluate performance using data on delivery times, costs, and service levels.
• Implement systems to improve tracking, reporting, and management of transportation activities.
• Manage staff performance and development.

Skills

Transportation Management Systems

Workflow Management

Transportation Planning

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Communications

Customer Relationship Management

Business Acumen

Critical Thinking

Customer Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Southwire Company in the United States is seeking an experienced Transportation Manager who oversees enterprise transportation, develops strategies to optimize routes, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role focuses on guiding a small team, coordinating carrier relationships, and implementing tracking systems for better performance.

The position requires 5–7 years of experience in transportation management, a Bachelor's degree, and CTL certification.