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Head of Transportation
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Benicia, Solano County, California, 94510, USA
Listed on 2026-01-04
Listing for:
Confidential
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
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Transportation
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Management
Contracts Manager, General Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
- Lead the overall transportation function including routing, scheduling, fleet operations, and driver performance
- Develop and implement strategies to improve cost efficiency, service quality, and on‑time delivery performance
- Manage departmental budgets, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives across all transportation activities
- Partner with warehousing, logistics, and operations leadership to ensure seamless end‑to‑end distribution execution
- Implement and maintain compliance with DOT and all applicable transportation safety regulations
- Develop and mentor a high‑performing transportation team while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and collaboration
- Leverage technology and data analytics to enhance route optimization, load planning, and overall fleet utilization
- Build and maintain relationships with carriers, vendors, and other third‑party logistics partners
- Play a strategic leadership role in long‑term planning and process standardization as the business scales
- 10+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or distribution management
- Progressive leadership experience from Senior Manager to Director level, ideally within food and beverage or related distribution sectors
- Strong operational knowledge of routing, scheduling, dispatch, and compliance management
- Proficiency with transportation technology, including operating systems and route optimization systems
- Experience managing medium to large fleets and driver teams in complex distribution environments
- Experience working with independent contractor drivers and business owners
- Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and implement best‑in‑class transportation practices
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and other logistics software
Director
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionDistribution
Industries- Transportation
- Logistics
- Supply Chain and Storage
- Food and Beverage Services
- Warehousing and Storage
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