Job Description

Transportation Manager Hueman, Greater Boston, MA

Base pay range: $90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Hueman is partnering with a top client on a confidential search for a Transportation Manager located in Greater Boston, MA. We are seeking an experienced and strategic-thinking Transportation Manager to oversee our transportation department. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing all aspects of transportation, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and exceptional service delivery. This role requires strong leadership abilities, analytical skills, and hands?on experience with transportation management systems (TMS), including system selection and implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Oversight: Manage day?to?day transportation activities, including routing, dispatching, and tracking shipments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods.
• Carrier Management: Negotiate contracts, monitor performance metrics, and foster strong relationships with third?party logistics (3PL) providers and carriers to optimize service levels and costs.
• TMS Management: Leverage expertise in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to drive efficiency, automate processes, and enhance visibility across the supply chain.
• System Implementation: Lead or actively participate in the selection, implementation, and optimization of new TMS platforms, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and minimal disruption to operations.
• Analytics and Optimization: Utilize robust analytical skills to review transportation data, identify trends, measure key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement data?driven strategies for continuous improvement.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all transportation operations adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, prioritizing safety and compliance standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop the transportation team, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in transportation, managing routing & dispatch of a fleet with 20+ vehicles.
• Work History: A stable work history demonstrating commitment and professional growth.
• TMS Proficiency: Direct experience using, managing, and preferably implementing a Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data sets, solve problems creatively, and make informed decisions.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Education: A bachelors degree in supply chain management, business administration, logistics, or a related field is preferred.

Seniority level

Mid?Senior level

Employment type

Full?time

Job function

Distribution and Management

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity as a Transportation Manager, apply today!

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