Transportation Manager

Instantwhip Baltimore; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Instantwhip Baltimore is seeking a full-time Transportation Manager based in the Washington DC–Baltimore area. This role is critical for overseeing daily transportation operations, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong operations management skills and the ability to lead a diverse team of drivers while managing transportation costs and improving performance.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and proven experience in transportation management within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Operations Management skills for optimizing delivery routes.
• Proven Transportation Management experience with knowledge of DOT rules.
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily transportation operations including route planning.
• Monitor fleet utilization and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Track key performance indicators and manage transportation costs.

Connaissances

Operations Management

Transportation Management

Customer Service

Fleet Management

Team Leadership

Route Optimization Software

MS Office

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related field

Description du poste

Company Description

Instantwhip Baltimore is a regional food and beverage distribution company serving customers in the Washington DC–Baltimore area and surrounding markets. The organization focuses on reliable delivery, consistent product quality, and responsive customer service. Operations are centered around efficient logistics and safe handling of food products. Team members work in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, safety, and timely service are highly valued.

Role Description

The Transportation Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in the Washington DC–Baltimore area. This position oversees daily transportation operations, including route planning, driver scheduling, and dispatch to ensure timely and accurate deliveries. The Transportation Manager monitors fleet utilization, vehicle readiness, and driver performance while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and company policies. This role collaborates closely with warehouse, sales, and customer service teams to resolve delivery issues, respond to service inquiries, and improve overall efficiency. The Transportation Manager is also responsible for tracking key performance indicators, managing transportation costs, coaching team members, and driving continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong Operations Management skills, including planning, organizing, and optimizing delivery routes and schedules.
• Proven Transportation Management experience with knowledge of DOT rules, safety standards, and logistics best practices.
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills to address delivery concerns, coordinate with internal teams, and maintain professional relationships.
• Hands-on Fleet Management experience, including vehicle maintenance coordination, inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Ability to lead and develop a diverse team of drivers and support staff with a focus on safety and accountability.
• Experience using transportation or route optimization software and basic proficiency in MS Office or similar tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or a related field is required.
• Prior experience in food or beverage distribution, or similar high-volume delivery environments, is an advantage.