Transportation Strategy & Operations Director

RXO

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Pre-tax accounts

Disability & life insurance

EAP

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

RXO is seeking a Director of Transportation Operations to lead the strategic design and optimization of our end-to-end transportation network across inbound, outbound, and multi-modal logistics. You will oversee carrier management, routing efficiency, cost controls, and KPI development, partnering with cross-functional teams to align transportation with corporate growth and P&L goals.

The role requires 8+ years in transportation/logistics with senior leadership experience, hands-on TMS and ERP

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
8+ years of progressive management experience in transportation, fleet management, or logistics operations.
Minimum 4+ years in a senior leadership or directorial capacity managing cross-functional teams.
Hands-on experience with enterprise TMS (MercuryGate, Oracle TMS, SAP Transportation Management, Blue Yonder) and ERP platforms (SAP, Workday, or Oracle).
Deep expertise in DOT regulations, carrier contract negotiation, freight pricing models, and multi-modal transportation.
MBA or MS in Supply Chain/Logistics is a plus; professional certifications such as CSCP, CLTD are desirable.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the overarching transportation strategy across inbound, outbound, and multi-modal network logistics.
Continuously evaluate transportation routes, carrier networks, and distribution hubs to minimize lead times and reduce operational costs.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma) to eliminate inefficiencies and improve service reliability.
Oversee carrier selection, contract negotiations, rate structures, and SLAs across TL, LTL, parcel, intermodal, and dedicated fleets.
Establish and monitor KPIs for carrier performance, including OTIF, damage rates, and billing accuracy.
Maintain strategic relationships with key transportation providers and 3PLs.
Manage annual transportation budget and P&L, analyzing variances and implementing cost-saving measures.
Oversee daily dispatch, freight scheduling, load planning, and routing operations across sites.
Partner with warehouse ops, customer service, and procurement to align demand with capacity.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international transportation laws (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, Hazmat).
Enforce fleet safety protocols and driver safety training across assets.
Drive adoption and optimization of TMS, telematics, and visibility platforms.
Leverage freight analytics to track trends, forecast capacity, and automate workflows.