Transportation Manager

Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions•Dallas, NC

12d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Transportation Manager in the Charlotte area to oversee daily transportation and delivery operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This hands-on leader will ensure safe, efficient, and timely deliveries while managing drivers, fleet operations, transportation costs, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes operational excellence, customer satisfaction, team development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of transportation, logistics, or fleet management experience.
Previous supervisory or management experience leading drivers and transportation personnel.
Strong knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations, driver safety requirements, and transportation compliance.
Experience with route planning, dispatching, fleet management, and delivery scheduling.
Ability to manage transportation costs, improve operational efficiency, and achieve performance targets.
Working knowledge of commercial vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and fleet inspections.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret transportation data and drive improvements.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with transportation management systems (TMS), GPS tracking, or routing software.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and resolve delivery or operational challenges.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, customer service, employee development, and operational accountability.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B required.

Nice To Haves

Transportation, logistics, or fleet management experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily transportation operations to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time product deliveries to customers.
Lead, coach, and develop drivers and transportation personnel to improve performance, accountability, and safety.
Coordinate delivery schedules, route planning, and fleet utilization to maximize efficiency and minimize transportation costs.
Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
Monitor KPIs, including on-time delivery, fuel costs, fleet utilization, driver performance, and transportation expenses.
Manage driver schedules, staffing levels, attendance, and performance to ensure adequate delivery coverage.
Oversee fleet maintenance, inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance programs to support vehicle safety and reliability.
Investigate transportation incidents, accidents, and customer concerns, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Partner with Production, Customer Service, and Operations to coordinate delivery schedules and meet customer expectations.
Identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance transportation performance.
Maintain accurate driver qualification files, vehicle inspection reports, hours-of-service records, and other required documentation.
Monitor and manage transportation budgets, including fuel, maintenance, labor, and equipment expenses.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide plant leadership with regular updates on transportation performance, challenges, and improvement initiatives.