Transportation Manager

Steel Dynamics • Dayton, TX

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About The Position

The Transportation Manager manages SouthWest division fleet operations, including dispatching, dispatch personnel, drivers, maintenance, costs, and equipment. The role oversees transportation staff and equipment, ensures compliance with applicable regulations and company safety rules, and supports customer service through effective dispatching and order fulfillment. The manager also works with internal departments, negotiates third-party freight rates, monitors fleet utilization and driver performance, and verifies payroll.

Requirements

• A college degree in business or logistics, or five years of experience operating a medium-size fleet.
• For the fleet-experience pathway, at least half of the five years must have been in a managerial role for that fleet.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state DOT laws and regulations.
• Proven knowledge of transportation equipment operation and routing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to resolve issues in the safest and most effective manner.
• Intermediate-level experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to stay organized and manage time effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing in a union environment is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience with SAI, Carrierweb, and OTM software.

Responsibilities

• Manage SouthWest division transportation staff, including drivers, payroll, dispatch, administrative, and maintenance personnel.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs for transportation equipment while keeping costs within budget limits.
• Operate the fleet in compliance with federal and state DOT regulations and SDI/OmniSource safety rules and regulations.
• Support excellent customer service by dispatching promptly to customer locations and ensuring order fulfillment to end users.
• Communicate effectively and foster positive working relationships with internal departments, including Marketing and Operations.
• Negotiate third-party freight rates.
• Manage fleet utilization by regularly reviewing rates and monitoring driver performance and efficiency.
• Verify payroll for accuracy.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager