Transportation Manager

EarthScout • Brooklyn Park, MN

21d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Transportation Manager develops and executes a transportation strategy to move materials and finished goods efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively in support of operations, customers, and company growth. The role manages Design Ready Controls’ transportation function, including transportation operations, international freight and compliance, issue resolution, strategy development, and reporting. It also oversees the Design Ready Controls and Design Ready Fabrication vehicle fleets and works with team members on product compliance, documentation, and packaging design.

Requirements

• Highly motivated and self-driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others in a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to influence direct and indirect reports.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Ability and willingness to learn new technology through self-study and thoughtful questioning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with carriers, brokers, suppliers, and logistics providers.
• Quote, negotiate, and secure freight services, including expedited and specialty freight.
• Coordinate inbound, outbound, and intercompany shipments to meet production, delivery, and cost goals.
• Maintain customer freight portals and supplier freight agreements.
• Manage international shipments, including documentation, customs requirements, and trade classifications.
• Engage with Design Ready Controls team members on product compliance and documentation.
• Oversee the Design Ready Controls and Design Ready Fabrication vehicle fleets to ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Resolve transportation issues, including late deliveries, damaged freight, claims, billing errors, reclassifications, and service failures.
• Track and report freight costs, carrier performance, on-time delivery, claims, and shipment volume.
• Improve transportation processes through new tools, technology, and automation.
• Create and maintain standard shipping and receiving procedures across all facilities.
• Engage with Design Ready Controls team members in packaging design.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA and FSA, including Dependent Care FSA.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Accidental death and dismemberment (ADD) coverage.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays and floating holidays.
• ESST.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed