Logistics & Transportation Manager

Our client is a global, industry-leading maker of construction chemicals and building materials. They're hiring a Transportation & Logistics Manager to own bulk liquid transportation for one of their key businesses in North America.This is a highly visible role on a newly built leadership team. You'll report to a senior business leader with decades of admixtures experience. Your job is to turn a growing but under-developed logistics function into a reliable, scalable, cost-efficient operation. Why This RoleA high-growth business the company calls a "sleeping giant" in the U.S. market, backed by real investment.A build-and-improve mandate: shape processes, carrier strategy, and performance standards from the ground up.Leadership of a small team: a Dispatch Manager and a Dispatch Specialist report to you.Close visibility with senior leadership and strong cross-functional influence. Key ResponsibilitiesCarrier Relationship ManagementAct as the main contact for bulk liquid carriers and dedicated fleet partners, and set clear service expectations.Work with Procurement to negotiate lane rates, fuel surcharges, accessorials, and dedicated capacity agreements.Build and manage carrier scorecards that track on-time delivery, safety, and service reliability.Resolve carrier disputes, billing errors, equipment breakdowns, rejected trailers, and loading delays.Routing, Dispatch & Load OptimizationLead routing and dispatch across multiple manufacturing sites to get pickups and deliveries done on time.Plan and combine orders to fill multi-compartment loads, maximize payload, stay within legal axle weights, and lower freight cost per gallon.Coordinate daily with plant operations, Customer Service, and carrier dispatch.Safety, Regulatory & Quality ControlKeep all transportation activity compliant with safety and regulatory requirements, including DOT and hazmat where applicable, and with company policy.Create and enforce procedures for multi-product split loads to prevent cross-contamination and protect product quality.Follow established business management system and EHS standards.Continuous ImprovementAnalyze freight costs and performance data to find savings and service improvements.Build scalable logistics processes that keep pace with the business's growth into new regions. QualificationsBachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, transportation, business, or a related field required.Transportation or logistics experience that includes direct management of bulk liquid or chemical shipments. Tanker experience is strongly preferred.Track record managing carrier relationships, negotiating freight rates, and driving carrier performance.Working knowledge of multi-compartment tanker operations, load optimization, payload capacity, and axle weight rules.Understanding of transportation safety regulations, product compatibility, and contamination prevention.Strong analytical skills and comfort working with freight cost and performance data.Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead a team and influence across functions.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.Valid driver's license, good driving record, and valid passport.Willingness to travel to manufacturing sites and carrier partners as needed.