Transportation Manager

About the role

As a Transportation Manager you will lead planning, routing and oversight of Ascentek's transportation operations. You will direct supervisors and drivers to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective deliveries while maintaining compliance with DOT, OSHA and HAZMAT regulations. Success in this role requires strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to develop high-performing teams. Rooted in Our Values you will foster a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement while ensuring customer expectations are consistently exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train and retain supervisors and drivers to build a strong transportation team
• Develop and maintain performance metrics to drive operational results
• Monitor compliance with company policies, safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead ongoing evaluations and annual performance reviews for transportation staff
• Guide, plan, organize and motivate team members to achieve goals and deliver results
• Improve delivery efficiency and reduce transportation costs through process improvements
• Partner with leaders across the business to align policies and objectives
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints promptly and professionally
• Analyze financial data to manage expenses and ensure alignment with approved budgets
• Drive analytics and KPI development to track transportation performance
• Ensure fleet operations are supported by effective maintenance programs
• Promote collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement within the transportation team
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5–7 years of prior transportation management experience
• Experience managing fleet maintenance programs
• Strong working knowledge of DOT, HAZMAT and OSHA regulations
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve in a fast-paced environment
• Good judgment and decision-making with critical thinking abilities

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in wholesale distribution preferred
• Knowledge of warehousing and inventory control a plus
• Technical or college education preferred
• Experience in fleet management within wholesale distribution
• Formal training in transportation safety or compliance programs
• Background in inventory and warehouse integration with transportation operations

Physical and environmental demands

• Frequent sitting, standing and walking with regular use of hands for computer and paperwork
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally
• Strong reasoning, communication and problem-solving skills required to manage complex operations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-paced environment
• Primarily office-based with frequent interaction with warehouse settings
• Exposure to noise and activity typical of a transportation and distribution environment

Pay

The anticipated hiring range is between $92,026 and $117,235 annually, based on experience and qualifications, education and certifications, market and industry benchmarks, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule

Hourly, Full time, Mon-Fri