About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Transportation & Logistics (Supply Chain).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role is an entry-level Transportation Manager position focused on driver management and day-to-day fleet operations. You will ensure safe, timely, and compliant freight movement while supporting customer expectations and operational profitability.

• Supervise and manage a midsize driver pool: assignments, scheduling, coverage across day/night/weekend shifts
• Assign loads, plan routes, and monitor freight movement to meet on-time service goals
• Enforce DOT regulations and company safety policies; run daily safety messages and periodic driver training
• Provide driver coaching, counseling, and accident reviews; resolve payroll or accessorial pay issues
• Manage yard operations: inspect equipment, oversee minor repairs or part replacements, and coordinate preventative maintenance with vendors
• Create and maintain customer-specific reporting, KPI tracking, and basic financial/operational analysis
• Support account-level activities including customer interactions (in-person or virtual), troubleshooting service issues, and special projects to optimize fleet profitability
• Perform routine administrative tasks: payroll support, invoicing, filing, and operational documentation

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Who We’re Looking For

We want candidates who can combine hands-on operational sense with clear communication and customer focus.

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor’s in Business, Supply Chain, Transportation/Logistics preferred
• 1–3 years experience in transportation/logistics, account management, business administration, or equivalent military experience
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple shifts (including nights/weekends) as operational needs require
• Strong professional communication skills and customer-facing experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Able to manage competing priorities, adapt to shifting directives, and travel consistently to customer/account locations
• Experience or comfort with analyzing operational data and recommending process improvements
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.; this position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship

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Compensation & Schedule

• Employment type: Full-time
• Estimated pay: $77,652 per year (estimated)
• May be eligible for annual bonus/incentives per client bonus plan
• Shift flexibility required (day/night/weekend rotations possible)

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Benefits (for full-time employees)

Benefits may include, subject to eligibility and current plan terms:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance; short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off (vacation, sick), parental leave (including paid maternity/parental leave)
• Paid holidays

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Other Important Info

• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
• Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• The role supports a safety-first culture and requires strict adherence to regulatory and company policies.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.