Transportation Operations Manager

Jobot; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Transportation Operations Manager in Southern California. The role oversees daily movement, routing, and terminal handling of consolidated freight for a growing refrigerated LTL/ truckload carrier.

Ideal candidate has 4+ years in freight brokerage, dispatching, or terminal operations, with leadership of drivers and dispatch staff. DOT/OSHA safety compliance and cost control are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in freight brokerage, dispatching, or terminal operations.
• Experience supervising drivers, dock workers, dispatchers, and shift supervisors.
• Strong knowledge of DOT and OSHA safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Network & route optimization to reduce fuel costs and transit times.
• Supervise cross-dock loading, freight sorting, and warehouse workflow.
• Lead drivers, dock workers, dispatchers, and shift supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and OSHA safety regulations.
• Manage operational expenses and monitor KPIs, including on-time delivery.

Skills

Network optimization

Route planning

Staff leadership

Budget management

Safety compliance

Job description

Transportation Operations Manager / $100k a year- Room for Growth

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Rick Flores

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us

We provide temperature-controlled truckloads, or LTL. We're a asset-based Southern California refrigerated LTL and truckload carrier that provides same-day and next-day service to all points in Southern and Northern California

Why join us

We offer ongoing professional training, a strong team culture, and competitive compensation.

Job Details

LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) Transportation Operations Manager oversees the daily movement, routing, and terminal handling of consolidated freight.

Experience

4+ years in freight brokerage, dispatching, or terminal operations

Core Responsibilities

• Network & Route Optimization: Plan efficient multi-stop delivery and pickup routes to cut fuel costs and transit times.
• Terminal & Dock Management: Supervise cross-dock loading, freight sorting, and warehouse workflow to prevent bottlenecks.
• Staff & Fleet Leadership: Direct drivers, dock workers, dispatchers, and shift supervisors.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) and OSHA safety rules.
• Budget & Cost Control: Manage operational expenses, track KPIs (like on-time delivery rates), and negotiate carrier rates

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