Transportation Operations Lead - Drive Logistics Excellence

CCA Professional Recruiting; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

CCA Professional Recruiting seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead transportation and logistics operations in Columbus, OH. You will oversee supervisors, associates, and Class A CDL drivers, ensuring safety, performance, and customer satisfaction, while driving efficiency and cost control.

The role requires strong DOT-regulated operations experience, team leadership, and a track record of achieving KPIs and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of transportation, logistics, or operations experience.
• 3+ years of managerial or supervisory experience in a DOT-regulated environment.
• Experience managing transportation operations and Class A CDL drivers.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, develop, and retain supervisors and associates.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and aligned with objectives.
• Establish two-way communication and recognize team performance.
• Build relationships with employees, customers, and internal teams.
• Provide coaching to improve individual and team performance.

Skills

Leadership

DOT regulations

Team management

Operational metrics

Data-driven decisions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

CCA Professional Recruiting seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead transportation and logistics operations in Columbus, OH. You will oversee supervisors, associates, and Class A CDL drivers, ensuring safety, performance, and customer satisfaction, while driving efficiency and cost control.

The role requires strong DOT-regulated operations experience, team leadership, and a track record of achieving KPIs and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.