Transportation Manager

We are looking for a experienced and results-driven Transportation Manager to lead our transportation and logistics team. As a Transportation Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing transportation operations, ensuring on-time deliveries, cost efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the shipments from production to the end-user
• Schedule daily and weekly routes
• Track orders using functional systems (e.g. barcodes and tracking software)
• Coordinate with Warehouse Workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products
• Monitor and report on transportation costs
• Ensure shipping documents are properly filed
• Report maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment
• Research and suggest cost-effective shipping methods
• Conduct regular safety audits on equipment
• Organize training sessions for employees (e.g. proper use of machines and handling of hazardous material)
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
• Ensure compliance with company policies and shipping legislation
• Stay up-to-date with safety regulations

• Proven work experience as a Transportation Manager, Shipping Manager or similar role
• Solid knowledge of supply chain management
• Experience preparing and tracking orders
• Familiar  with logistics software, like Freightview and 3PLink
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to supervise and train staff
• Problem-solving abilities
• High school diploma