Operations Manager- Transportation; Supply Chain​/Logistics

Operations Manager - Transportation (Supply Chain/Logistics)

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus.

Salary: $85,600 – $115,600 (bonus eligible based on individual and location performance).

Schedule: Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM;
Tuesday‑Friday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

Position Summary: Lead high‑performance teams in a dynamic operational environment. Develop forward‑looking plans, execute them, manage resources to meet or exceed the site financial operating plan, and maintain an incident‑free safety culture.

• Train, develop, and retain quality supervisors and associates.
• Ensure all team members are competent and understand how their work supports customer objectives.
• Foster effective two‑way communication and recognize excellence.
• Build strong relationships with associates, customers, and supporting departments.

• Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics.
• Interact daily with local customers to understand existing and emerging needs.
• Lead the team in identifying operational improvements (route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, trailer loading).
• Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices and leverage resources.

• Develop and execute the annual financial and operating plan.
• Meet or exceed business plan targets and adjust operating metrics and P&L as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely customer billings and associate payroll; validate payables, intercompany charges, and other P&L activities.

• Lead a culture of safety by example.
• Implement and assess continuous improvement plans to reduce accidents and injuries.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Coach through safety observations and proactively correct unsafe conditions.

• Identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities.
• Track and record value delivered to customers.
• Secure profitable business opportunities for both customers and Penske.
• Utilize metrics to maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings.

• Improve fleet and equipment utilization, maintenance availability, and fuel efficiency.
• Contribute to equipment specifications during startup and renewal.
• Develop relationships with local PTL district and equipment vendors.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned.

• 4 – 6 years of related functional experience.
• 3+ years of managerial or supervisory experience with DOT‑regulated positions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to build rapport with associates and external customers.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.
• Independent problem‑solving and decision‑making ability.
• Experience developing and executing annual financial operating plans.
• Track record of driving process improvement and leading change.
• Ownership and sense of urgency in running operations.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to present and listen actively.
• Reliable full attendance required.
• Willingness to travel as needed and to comply with background and drug screening requirements.

• Read, communicate verbally or in writing, and analyze information.
• Stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch/handle/feel, and reach with arms.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg).
• Maintain close, distance, peripheral vision and depth perception; adjust focus as needed.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our benefits plan supports associates and families. Learn more.

Penske Logistics designs state‑of‑the‑art transportation, warehousing, and freight management solutions that deliver powerful results. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, we help businesses increase visibility and reduce supply‑chain costs.