Manager Operational Initiatives

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.The Operational Initiative Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the process of governance for initiative management and oversite. The manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing complex, cross-functional operational initiatives that span fleet technology, electrification, hardware lifecycle management, and transportation systems. This role focuses on turning strategy into execution by aligning stakeholders, managing dependencies, and ensuring timely delivery of operational outcomes across engineering, operations, vendors, and IT partners. The position enables consistent project governance and execution in areas that are project-heavy but not centrally managed through IT. This role is critical to scaling and sustaining large, multi-phase operational initiatives across the network.Primary ResponsibilitiesPlan, manage, and execute cross-functional operational teams, including pilots, trials, and emerging transportation technologiesCoordinate pilot programs and phased rollouts, ensuring readiness across equipment, drivers, facilities, logistics, vendors, and internal stakeholdersServe as the primary initiative coordination point for non-IT operational initiatives that require structured oversight, governance, and executionLead planning, schedules, milestones, risks, and issue resolution across multiple concurrent initiativesEstablish and facilitate recurring project cadence (weekly check-ins, status reviews, executive updates) to maintain alignment and momentumManage vendor coordination and performance for operational technology, hardware deployments, and external solution providersSupport project closeout activities, including hardware removal, system decommissioning, documentation, and lessons learnedRepresent Operations with IT partners to ensure integration, data readiness, initiative prioritization and handoffsSupport evaluation and onboarding of new operational vendors and solutionsDevelop and maintain project documentation, dashboards, risk registers, and executive-level reportingIdentify process gaps and optimization to improve execution efficiency and operational outcomesProvide change management support to operational teams impacted by new technologies, workflows, or systemsJob QualificationsEducation:Bachelor's degree required (Business, Technology, Operations, or related field)Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferredRequired Experience:10+ years of experience in project, program, or portfolio management rolesDemonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across operations, engineering, vendors, and IT teamsExperience managing pilot programs, phased rollouts, and operational technology deploymentsStrong background in vendor management, stakeholder communication, and executive reportingExperience operating in environments without centralized PMO supportProven ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing prioritiesStrong working knowledge of project governance, risk management, and change managementExperience with operational systems, infrastructure, or fleet-related technologies preferredPossesses a foundational understanding of business IT structure across a functional organizationStrong background in program and project risk managementDemonstrates strong interpersonal skills and clear, professional communication across a large and diverse teamMaintains an outcomes-focused, service-oriented approach and builds alignment through influence, trust, and follow-throughWorking Days:Shift and hours to be determined.Working Shift:Shift and hours to be determined.Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.Join the OD Family Today!As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverageVision & DentalShort Term & Long Term DisabilityFlex Spending Accounts401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunityLife InsuranceWellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement for Drivers and TechniciansTraining and growth opportunities to build a careerWe prioritize our OD family of employeesAbility to advance through our promote from within philosophyNational Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centersOld Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here for contact information.