Transportation Manager

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Wellness programs

STD

LTD

Life insurance

401(k) and pension

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. seeks a Transportation Manager to design and execute strategies for safe, efficient movement of goods across our network. You will lead transportation operations, manage carriers, and drive cost control while aligning with procurement and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in transportation purchasing/management, strong DOT/FMCsa knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across the organization. On-site position with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of transportation purchasing and management experience.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and FMCSA requirements.
• Experience with carrier qualification and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation operations to ensure safe, timely, cost-effective movement.
• Oversee carrier management, freight procurement, and budgeting.
• Negotiate carrier agreements and service contracts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety requirements.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Transportation management

Budgeting

Carrier relationships

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Green Bay Coated Products Division
Green Bay, WI 54304, USA

• On-site
• Purchasing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TRANS003194

Description

Position Overview

The Transportation Manager is responsible for developing and executing transportation strategies that ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of goods throughout the supply chain. This role oversees carrier management, freight procurement, transportation compliance, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering with internal stakeholders and third-party providers to optimize service levels, control costs, and support business objectives. The Transportation Manager is an individual contributor role reporting to the Procurement Director and leads transportation operations, monitors carrier performance, and ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all transportation operations to ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of products throughout our network.
• Managing the strategic flow of freight across the transportation network to maximize efficiency, improve service levels, and reduce overall transportation costs.
• Working with the Procurement Director to provide the most efficient transportation solutions for our internal and external customers through strategic and effective planning.
• Procuring and managing third-party transportation and logistics services, including carrier selection, performance management, and contract administration.
• Negotiating carrier agreements and service contracts, while utilizing effective communication and problem-solving skills to resolve transportation issues and maintain strong carrier relationships.
• Ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and transportation-related safety requirements, including training and educating employees on applicable regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Managing transportation budgets, freight spending, and invoice review processes to ensure financial accountability and cost control.
• Identifying and addressing inefficient processes, procedures, and operational deficiencies, while leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance transportation performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of transportation purchasing and management experience.
• Understanding of all areas of the supply chain, budgets, and financial controls, and transportation.
• Strong understanding of LTL and dry van freight market.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate across all organizational levels, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, and transportation industry regulations.
• Ability to work independently and with all levels of the organization.
• Available to be reached after hours for operational situations.
• Ability for domestic travel to plant locations as needed (10% or less of work time).
• Experience negotiating transportation contracts and managing carrier relationships.
• Experience with carrier qualification and compliance processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933,Green Bay Packaging Inc.is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

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