Transportation Strategy & Operations Director

CS Recruiting, a Hirewell company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Recruiting, on behalf of our Minneapolis-based client, seeks a senior transportation leader to develop and execute strategies that improve service, efficiency and profitability. You will lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, manage drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance while partnering with Operations, Sales and leadership to control costs and drive continuous improvement.

Candidates should have 8+ years in transportation or fleet management and strong expertise with TMS and

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute transportation strategies that improve service, efficiency, and profitability
• Lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance
• Oversee transportation budgets, freight spend, fuel usage, and operational costs
• Negotiate contracts with carriers and transportation partners
• Ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and regulatory compliance
• Analyze KPIs and transportation data to drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and leadership to support company objectives
• Evaluate new technology and systems to improve transportation performance

Job description

CS Recruiting, on behalf of our Minneapolis-based client, seeks a senior transportation leader to develop and execute strategies that improve service, efficiency and profitability. You will lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, manage drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance while partnering with Operations, Sales and leadership to control costs and drive continuous improvement.

Candidates should have 8+ years in transportation or fleet management and strong expertise with TMS and