Transportation Operations Manager — Lead, Optimize & Grow

Penske Logistics; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a proven Operations Manager to supervise drivers at our Fontana location. You will lead teams to meet customer requirements, develop plans, and manage resources to achieve operational excellence while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Salary ranges from $85,600 to $115,600 with bonus eligibility based on performance and location. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive improvements across operations, finance, and safety.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience leading teams in dynamic environments.
• Experience recruiting, training, developing, and retaining staff.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with associates, customers, and departments.
• Proven ability to develop and execute financial and operating plans.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to consistently exceed customer goals in a fast-paced operation.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates.
• Establish and sustain effective two-way communication with team members and customers.
• Collaborate with Penske sites to share best practices and optimize resources.
• Develop and execute the annual financial and operating plan.
• Maintain a safety-focused culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Improve efficiency through route optimization, carrier selection, and fleet utilization.
• Monitor customer KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics is seeking a proven Operations Manager to supervise drivers at our Fontana location. You will lead teams to meet customer requirements, develop plans, and manage resources to achieve operational excellence while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Salary ranges from $85,600 to $115,600 with bonus eligibility based on performance and location. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive improvements across operations, finance, and safety.