Manager, Corporate Transportation

About the role

Lead Carlisle-managed inbound and outbound transportation operations, including transportation planning, sourcing, negotiation, carrier management, and training. This role requires extensive collaboration with Plant Shipping Operations and Order Management and frequent independent judgments. The position operates on a standard schedule from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with approximately 10-15% travel time required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 3 to 4 Transportation Operations Analysts.
• Oversee day-to-day transportation operations, including delivery, load, equipment, and mode optimization, optimal carrier planning (including CCM Fleet driver planning) to meet service and financial objectives, and outbound capacity planning and reporting.
• Partner with plant shipping operations to plan transportation based on outbound capacity and plant-specific logistics strategies.
• Lead carrier scorecard and business reviews, driving increased carrier performance and service value.
• Support RFP (Request for Pricing) and mini-bid events.
• Assist in developing long-term TMS strategies to maximize cost and resource efficiency.
• Assist in problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in Transportation, Carrier Management, or Logistics.
• 1-3 years of supervisory/leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP and WMS/Warehouse Management Systems.
• Knowledge of the Flatbed Trucking Industry.
• Understanding of DOT and Hazardous materials regulations.

Skills

• Oral and written communication.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization.
• Proficiency with personal computers and MS Office products.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation.

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based with regular travel to manufacturing, warehouse, and construction sites across the United States. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors depending on project stage and type, with exposure to typical construction and manufacturing environments including noise, dust, and variable weather conditions.

10-15% travel required for site visits, project reviews, and vendor or regulatory meetings. The position typically operates during standard business hours of Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm), with occasional flexibility required to accommodate meetings across time zones or critical business needs.

Physical Requirements

Activity Occasionally (0-30%) Frequently (31-60%) Continuously (61-100%) Lifting or Carrying 1-10 lbs X Lifting or Carrying 11-20 lbs X Lifting or Carrying 21-40 lbs X Lifting or Carrying 41-50 lbs X Lifting or Carrying 51 or more lbs X Pushing or Pulling 1-40 lbs X Pushing or Pulling 41-50 lbs X Pushing or Pulling 51 or more lbs X Bending or Stooping X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X Driving Automatic Equipment Vehicles X Operate Machinery or Power Tools X Climbing (Ladders, Stairs, etc.) X Walking X Standing X Sitting X Working in Extreme Temperatures X Repetitive Motion (Wrists, Hands, Fingers) X Vision X Hearing X Dexterity X Hand-Eye Coordination X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Eye and hearing protection (required on the production floor).
• Safety-toe shoes (steel/composite).
• Flame-resistant rated maintenance uniform provided.
• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.