Transportation Operations Manager | Logistics Leader

Penske Logistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics, based in Houston, seeks an Operations Manager to lead a team of drivers and supervisors in a dynamic environment. You will drive performance, safety and customer satisfaction while aligning with the site financial plan.

Responsibilities include developing plans, managing resources, and improving routes, with a focus on delivering value to customers and Penske. The role offers a structured workday and opportunities for leadership growth.

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years related functional experience.
• 3+ years managerial or supervisory experience with DOT regulated positions required
• High School degree or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint required

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics and objectives
• Interact daily with local customer to ensure existing and emerging customer needs are understood
• Lead team to identify operational improvements in areas such as route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, and trailer loading
• Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices, leverage resources/assets, etc.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics, based in Houston, seeks an Operations Manager to lead a team of drivers and supervisors in a dynamic environment. You will drive performance, safety and customer satisfaction while aligning with the site financial plan.

Responsibilities include developing plans, managing resources, and improving routes, with a focus on delivering value to customers and Penske. The role offers a structured workday and opportunities for leadership growth.