Transportation Manager

Transportation Manager – Columbus, OH On-Site

We’re partnering with a national transportation provider to find a seasoned Transportation Manager to lead a high-profile dedicated account based out of Columbus, OH.

If you're energized by fast-paced, high-accountability environments and have a strong track record managing transportation operations across multiple asset types, this could be the right next step in your career.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Oversee day-to-day operations for a complex, 24/7 dedicated account

Lead, develop, and support front-line operations leaders responsible for dispatch, load planning, routing, and driver performance

Act as the primary liaison for your customer counterpart, ensuring exceptional service, proactive communication, and performance transparency

Monitor DOT compliance, safety initiatives, driver coaching, preventative maintenance schedules, and payroll accuracy

Track KPIs across safety, service, cost, and utilization—and identify opportunities to improve performance and reduce inefficiencies

Contribute to workforce planning, backhaul execution, and corrective action when needed

Schedule & Compensation:

On-site Monday–Friday

24/7 on-call rotation (critical due to the nature of the account)

Base salary + bonus opportunity

Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

You’re a Great Fit If You Have:

7–10+ years of leadership experience in asset-based transportation

Strong dispatch, load planning, and DOT compliance background

Ability to lead and coach a team of front-line leaders across shifts

Comfort managing through complexity—balancing daily execution with long-term process improvements

Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), routing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite

Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and customer service orientation

This is a high-visibility opportunity to step into a critical leadership role on a nationally supported, dedicated account. If you're looking for a stable role with strong backing, career growth, and operational complexity—we’d love to hear from you.