Director of Transportation Operations

Benore Logistic Systems, Inc•Greer, SC

About The Position

Benore Logistic Systems is seeking a Director of Transportation to provide strategic and hands-on leadership for transportation operations. This role involves overseeing dispatch, driver management, equipment utilization, fleet maintenance coordination, logistics planning, scheduling, customer service, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be able to balance day-to-day execution with long-term planning, financial discipline, continuous improvement, and associate engagement. This position requires close collaboration with senior leadership, operations teams, customers, and support departments to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and reliable transportation solutions. The company emphasizes a collaborative environment where strong leadership, operational discipline, and continuous improvement have a direct impact on customers, associates, and long-term success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or a directly related field.
Proven leadership experience in transportation operations, logistics, dispatch, driver management, fleet operations, or a related operational leadership function.
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and mentor large teams across multiple locations.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to review performance data, cost reports, operational trends, and financial information to identify improvement opportunities.
Experience developing action plans, improving operational processes, reducing cost, and driving measurable results.
Strong communication, presentation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, deadlines, and operational needs in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
Active driver’s license required. Candidate must be eligible to be insured under applicable company motor vehicle insurance policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with transportation management systems such as TMW and/or TMT preferred.
Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, plan, organize, and direct transportation operations, policies, programs, and procedures across assigned locations.
Oversee transportation scheduling, dispatching, driver management, equipment utilization, licensing, communication, and logistics planning functions.
Review and analyze operational performance, revenue trends, cost reports, transportation schedules, and key metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Conduct root cause analysis, develop ROI-based recommendations, and present strategic solutions to senior leadership.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce cost, strengthen service, and address performance gaps.
Support new business opportunities, existing customer growth, RFQs, rate analysis, contract maintenance, customer service, and inventory-in-motion visibility.
Lead, coach, train, and develop transportation operations leaders, administrative staff, driver management personnel, and other assigned associates.
Foster a highly engaged team culture built on accountability, communication, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, CT-PAT, ISO, company safety standards, and Benore policies and procedures.
Represent Benore professionally and positively with customers, associates, drivers, vendors, and the community.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k)
Section 125 Pre-Tax Benefit Plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc & Telehealth Services
Wellness programs for chronic conditions, including diabetes and cancer support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial resources
Life & AD&D Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays and training
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee engagement programs
Referral program with incentives up to $2,500 (Eligibility excludes Temporary Employees, Managers, Assistant Managers, Talent Acquisition, Safety and Driver Supervisors, and Human Resources.)