Traffic Manager

Welch Packaging Group•Aurora, IL

12h

About The Position

The Group Traffic Manager improves the effectiveness of the Welch Transportation system. The role oversees transportation compliance and fleet readiness across group locations, manages trailer, tractor, and forklift equipment programs, and leads efforts to reduce freight and fuel costs. It also uses transportation data and fleet systems to improve compliance, asset visibility, cost control, equipment utilization, and productivity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of prior experience in fleet management or a similar role.
Ability to use email for communication.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Organization and attention to detail.
Positive attitude and optimism.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Time-management skills.
Systems analysis skills.
Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
Critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure full DOT compliance across group locations, including management and retention of driver logs for six months, DVIRs for three months, trip reports submitted to the leasing company, and annual trailer inspections.
Keep trailer DOT inspections current and audit-ready.
Manage trailer fleet strategy, including sourcing and purchasing trailers to meet operational demand.
Administer tractor lease lifecycles by monitoring expirations, ordering replacements, securing additional units, and reallocating equipment across locations to optimize utilization.
Oversee the forklift lease program, including renewals, replacements, and acquisition of new equipment as operational needs evolve.
Reduce outside freight costs by analyzing lane data, benchmarking carrier rates, and negotiating lower-cost alternatives for specific markets.
Monitor and control fuel spending, identify cost-reduction strategies, and ensure compliance with preferred vendor programs, including Penske utilization where available.
Analyze fuel purchasing trends and secure the lowest-cost fueling options in markets without preferred vendor access.
Manage and optimize Verizon Connect GPS and ELD systems to support compliance, asset visibility, and operational efficiency.
Oversee transportation performance and use data to improve cost control, equipment utilization, and fleet productivity across all locations.