Transportation Manager

Transportation ManagerUp to $110,000/annually based on experience PLUS Bonus!!Transervice Logistics awarded Winner of 2025 Best Places to Work!Transervice NamedTop Cold Storage Provider Award by Food LogisticsShift: 7:00 PM to 5:00 AMSunday thru ThursdayFriday and Saturday OFF!!The Transportation Manager (DOT) is responsible for overseeing all overnight transportation operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of products to customers. This role supervises night dispatchers, coordinates dispatch activities, tracks delivery compliance, monitors DOT Hours of Service compliance, completes required safety reporting, and serves as the primary leadership contact for transportation operations during overnight hours. The Transportation Manager (DOT) ensures that deliveries depart on time, safety standards are maintained, ensures seamless communication to customer, and any operational issues are resolved quickly to minimize disruptions.Key Responsibilities of Transportation Manager (DOT)Transportation OperationsOversee nightly transportation operations including dispatch, route departures, and driver support.Ensure all routes are dispatched on time and CDL A drivers have the information and resources needed to complete deliveries safely and efficiently.Monitor delivery progress and provide support for drivers encountering delays, mechanical issues, or store delivery challenges.Coordinate with warehouse operations to ensure trailers are loaded and ready for scheduled departures.Communicate operational updates to day shift leadership and provide detailed shift pass down notes.Provide customer facing reporting.Supervision and SupportProvide leadership and supervision for night shift dispatchers.Address CDL A driver questions, concerns, and operational issues in real time.Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and safety.Assist with driver scheduling, call-offs, and coverage as needed.Provide accountability and behavioral changes through coaching and discipline.Safety and ComplianceEnsure compliance with FMCSA regulations, including DOT Hours of Service requirements.Monitor ELD activity and driver logs to identify and prevent potential violations.Reinforce safe driving practices and company safety policies.Respond to accidents, incidents, or injuries occurring during the night shift and initiate proper reporting procedures.Communication and CoordinationServe as the primary transportation contact during overnight operations.Communicate with dispatch, warehouse leadership, maintenance, and store contacts to resolve issues quickly.Provide clear documentation of operational issues, delays, or incidents.Performance MonitoringTrack and report key operational metrics such as on-time departures, service issues, accidents, and Hours of Service compliance.Identify trends or recurring operational challenges and work with leadership to develop solutions.Continuous ImprovementAssist in implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and driver satisfaction.Support training initiatives and reinforce company policies and procedures.Our Full Time Benefits Transportation Manager DOT include :Strong work/life balance that includes paid holidays and generous personal time off.Medical, dental and vision insurance plus company-paid life insurance.401(k) savings plan with company match.Short and Long Term Disability.Tuition reimbursementHealth Care Spending Account.Resilient, values-based culture that drives safety, integrity in every action, respect and excellence in all we do. Transervice is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free WorkplacePay Range: 90000.00-110000.00 per_year, General Benefits: BenefitsTransportation Manager (Nights) DOT RequirementsRequired3-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet operationsExperience managing CDL drivers in a distribution environmentExperience supervising or leading teamsStrong understanding of DOT and FMCSA regulationsAbility to work night shiftsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsProficiency with transportation management systems and ELD platformsIntermediate to Advanced Excel skill set. PreferredExperience leading within a collective bargaining unit workforce.Knowledge of PeopleNetKnowledge of Prospero and Transview Key CompetenciesLeadership and team managementTransportation and logistics operationsSafety and regulatory complianceProblem-solving and decision-makingCommunication and coordinationTime management and organization Physical RequirementsAbility to work in an office environmentOccasional yard and dock inspectionsAbility to respond to operational issues during overnight hours