Transportation Manager

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Pay + Weekly Incent f

Job summary

OmniSource, a division of Steel Dynamics, Inc., seeks a Transportation Manager for the Great Lakes Division in Michigan to oversee fleet utilization, driver support, and maintenance. You will ensure DOT compliance and coordinate with internal teams to deliver reliable service.

Lead a Michigan-based transportation group, manage budgets, negotiate freight rates, and drive safety and efficiency across operations while supporting customer service and on-time order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience operating a medium-sized fleet or common carrier fleet.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state DOT laws and regulations.
• Proven knowledge of transportation equipment operation and routing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues safely and effectively.
• Intermediate-level experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to stay organized and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coach transportation team members, including drivers, payroll, dispatch, administrative, and maintenance staff, for the Great Lakes Division Michigan locations.
• Responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of all transportation equipment, ensuring that costs stay within budget limits.
• Operate fleet in compliance with all federal and state DOT regulations as well as SDI/OmniSource safety rules and regulations.
• Provide customer service and dispatch support to help ensure prompt service to customer locations and timely order fulfillment for end users.
• Communicate effectively and foster a positive working relationship with other internal departments, including Marketing and Operations.
• Negotiate third-party freight rates.
• Manage fleet utilization by regularly reviewing rates, monitoring driver performance and efficiency, and identifying opportunities to improve transportation operations.
• Verify payroll for accuracy.
• Other projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAI/RIMAS

Carrierweb

OTM

Job description

OmniSource

The Transportation Manager - GLD MI is responsible for overseeing transportation operations for the Great Lakes Division Michigan locations, including fleet utilization, driver and dispatch support, equipment maintenance, DOT compliance, safety, customer service, and coordination with internal teams to ensure efficient and reliable transportation service.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Pay + Weekly Incentive Bonus Opportunities


• Full Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance Plans


• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Annual Company Contribution


• Annual Bonus (Profit-Sharing)


• 401(k) Plan with Company Match up to 50%


• Annual Stock Award ($2,200 every November)


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% Company Match


• Paid Vacation


• 10 Paid Holidays


• Company-paid Uniforms


• …and many more!

• Manage and coach transportation team members, including drivers, payroll, dispatch, administrative, and maintenance staff, for the Great Lakes Division Michigan locations.


• Responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of all transportation equipment, ensuring that costs stay within budget limits.


• Operate fleet in compliance with all federal and state DOT regulations as well as SDI/OmniSource safety rules and regulations.


• Provide customer service and dispatch support to help ensure prompt service to customer locations and timely order fulfillment for end users.


• Communicate effectively and foster a positive working relationship with other internal departments, including Marketing and Operations.


• Negotiate third-party freight rates.


• Manage fleet utilization by regularly reviewing rates, monitoring driver performance and efficiency, and identifying opportunities to improve transportation operations.


• Verify payroll for accuracy.


• Other projects as assigned.

Required

• 2-5 years of experience operating a medium-sized fleet or common carrier fleet


• High School Diploma or GED


• Strong working knowledge of federal and state DOT laws and regulations


• Proven knowledge of transportation equipment operation and routing


• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues in the safest and most effective manner


• Intermediate-level experience with Microsoft Office products


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Proven ability to stay organized and manage time effectively

Preferred

• Previous experience with SAI/RIMAS, Carrierweb, and OTM software


• Previous experience managing union employees and/or contract negotiations


• Bachelor’s degree


• Mechanical background

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.