Transportation Manager

Dot Foods, Inc.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses for performance

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Dot Foods, Inc. in University Park, IL is seeking a Transportation Manager to lead transportation operations and develop high-performing teams that deliver exceptional service.

You will drive operational excellence through cost management, process development, and strong leadership while partnering with peers across the transportation network. You will manage routing, freight, and distribution center transfers, resolve customer issues, and apply lean thinking to eliminate waste across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot experience.
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Contain costs through effective routing of customer orders and managing inbound freight by dispatching staff.
• Utilize team and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
• Manage transfer processes between distribution centers by working closely with distribution center managers.
• Address and resolve customer issues.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Customer-focused

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot experience

Job description

Job Category: Transportation (Non-Driver)

Requisition Number: TRANS002848

• Posted : October 13, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

University Park, IL 60484, USA

Description

Location: University Park

Department: Dot Transportation, Inc.

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Salary Range: $85,821-$128,732 annually, plus bonus opportunity

As a Transportation Manager, you will lead transportation operations and develop high-performing teams that safely and efficiently deliver exceptional service. You will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, cost management, process development, and effective leadership while partnering with peers across the transportation network to achieve shared goals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Contain costs through effective routing of customer orders and managing inbound freight by dispatching staff.
• Utilize team and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
• Manage transfer processes between distribution centers by working closely with distribution center managers.
• Address and resolve customer issues.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot experience
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft office programs
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Prior management experience of 3-5 years minimum
• Prior transportation experience
• Ability to function in a multi-task environment

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Travel - Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities or outside facilities for training. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.
• Schedule - Ability to work flexible hours (weekend, night shift and on-call) based upon facility needs.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1994 to transport product. Our fleet has since grown to over 1,800 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we've grown, we've lost sight of caring for our best-in-class drivers. We've had zero layoffs in our company's history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.