Transportation Manager

Divert • Turlock, CA

20h • $110,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

About Divert Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end-to-end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery to provide to people in need, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities. Through this integrated approach to reducing wasted foodPrevent, Provide, PowerDivert works with customers across the U.S. to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment. What youll do: The Transportation Manager is responsible for the safety, leadership, and operational improvement of their facilities within Diverts transportation network. This role ensures alignment between their transportation operations, company objectives, and customer expectations. The manager will drive performance through data-driven decision-making, development and leadership of team members (Supervisors and Drivers), and implementation of best-in-class transportation practices. While routine, facility operation daily tasks are delegated to site-level teams, the manager maintains accountability for their sites transportation safety culture, compliance, serviceability, and overall performance results. This position reports directly to the Director of Logistics. Location & Travel: The person in this role will be required to be on site at Diverts Turlock plant with the ability to travel up to 25% annually.

Requirements

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Five (5) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required
• Ability to effectively manage Profit & Loss statements
• Proven ability to develop and implement equipment cycle planning, policies, and training programs.
• Strong data analytics and financial analysis skills, with experience optimizing transportation performance.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with minimal supervision in a remote/hybrid environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Two (2) years or more profit & loss responsibility preferred
• Hands on experience with transportation management systems software such as WMS, WMOS, TMS, and/or OMS is preferred
• Experience with ERP systems, routing software, and transportation management systems (TMS)

Responsibilities

• Execute transportation strategies that align with company growth, efficiency, and sustainability objectives
• Oversee and support Transportation Supervisors in achieving safety, service, and performance targets
• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor their network efficiency, cost control, and service quality
• Drive standardization and consistency for their sites in transportation operational processes, metrics, and reporting
• Champion a proactive safety culture across all transportation operations, including robust training plans and expectations that promote proactive, leading indicators
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and other relevant regulatory standards through regular audits and policy reviews
• Partner with Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality and adhere to DOT Compliance needs to continuously improve driver safety programs and reporting systems
• Identify and implement process improvements that optimize transportation cost, asset utilization, and service performance
• Lead or support key projects such as network optimization, technology integration, and sustainability initiatives
• Partner with Plant Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to align transportation strategy with company-wide operational goals
• Manage regional transportation budgets, analyze variances, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains
• Contribute to financial planning, forecasting, and business case development for logistics investments
• Oversee the effective use of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and/or other logistics technology tools to streamline efficacy
• Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives that enhance visibility, reporting, and decision-making
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure transportation solutions meet operational and customer needs
• Represent the transportation function in leadership meetings, providing insight and recommendations for continuous improvement

Benefits

• Compensation range: $110,000 - 125,000 / Year + 10% target bonus
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED