Transportation Manager
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LocationDayton, TX, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentManagement / Supervisory
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 4, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
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College degree in business / logistics or five years of experience operating a medium size fleet
At least half of the five years of experience in a managerial role for that fleet
Strong working knowledge of federal and state DOT laws and regulations
Proven knowledge of transportation equipment operation and routing
Excellent problem solving skills, with ability to resolve in the safest and most effective manner
Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office products
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to be organized with excellent time management skills
Experience managing in a union environment
Previous experience with SAI, Carrierweb and OTM software
Skills
Microsoft Office
SAI
Carrierweb
OTM
Overview
Manage divisional fleet operations including, dispatching, dispatch personnel, drivers, maintenance, cost and equipment.
Responsibilities
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Manage all transportation staff (drivers, payroll, dispatch, admin, and maintenance) for SouthWest division.
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Responsible for the preventative maintenance and repair to all transportation equipment, ensuring that the cost meets budget limits.
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Operate fleet in compliance with all federal and state DOT regulations as well as SDI/OmniSource safety rules and regulations.
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Strive for excellent customer service and support through dispatching to ensure prompt service to customer locations as well as order fulfillment to end users.
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Communicate effectively and foster a positive working relationship with other internal departments (i.e. Marketing and Operations).
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Negotiate 3rd party freight rates.
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Manage utilization, i.e. reviewing rates on regular basis, monitoring driver performance, efficiency, etc.
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Verify payroll for accuracy.
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Other projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
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College degree in business / logistics or five years of experience operating a medium size fleet. The five years must include at least half of that time in a managerial role for that fleet.
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Strong working knowledge of federal and state DOT laws and regulations
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Proven knowledge of transportation equipment operation and routing
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Excellent problem solving skills, with ability to resolve in the safest and most effective manner
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Experience managing in a union environment is preferred, but not required
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Intermediate level experience with Micro Soft Office products
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Proven ability to be organized with excellent time management skills
Preferred
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Previous experience with SAI, Carrierweb and OTM software
Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.
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