Manager, Transportation - Operations

Manager, Transportation – Operations

Who you’ll work with:

Join the powerhouse electrical distributor in the construction industry! At Loeb Electric, we’re more than just a distributor - we are the driving force that keeps innovation illuminated and businesses powered. We pride ourselves on being dedicated to our values:

• People: Encouraging the success of our people.
• Trust: Building relationships among ourselves, customers, vendors & other partners.
• Commitment: Continuously striving to deliver high-quality, measurable results.
• Innovation: Providing ideas & solutions for our customers.

Position Overview Loeb Electric is looking for an experienced Transportation Manager to lead our transportation and delivery operations. In this role, you'll oversee daily outbound deliveries, manage our drivers, dock teams, and ensure materials reach our customers safely, accurately, and on time. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day operational demands with a focus on improving processes, developing employees, and finding ways to make our transportation operations more efficient. You'll work closely with our warehouse, sales, and operations teams to deliver a high level of customer service while driving continuous improvement throughout the department. What You'll Do Transportation & Delivery Operations

• Oversee daily transportation operations, including delivery scheduling, routing, staging, loading, and execution.
• Develop and manage efficient delivery routes and schedules to meet customer expectations and maximize available resources.
• Coordinate the movement of materials across delivery vehicles, including outbound shipments, returns, and transfers.
• Monitor fleet maintenance, vehicle conditions, and fuel consumption to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.
• Manage transportation carriers supporting inbound freight and outbound customer deliveries.
• Plan for seasonal fluctuations, peak delivery periods, and changing business needs to ensure adequate staffing and resources.
• Maintain accurate transportation records, including delivery logs, fleet maintenance, and operational performance.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop drivers, and dock associates to support strong individual and team performance.
• Establish clear expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and hold team members accountable for safety, productivity, and service standards.
• Identify training and development opportunities to strengthen team capabilities and improve operational performance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment built on teamwork, communication, and accountability.
• Partner with warehouse leadership and other departments to coordinate daily priorities and resolve operational challenges.

Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency

• Evaluate existing transportation processes and identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency, accuracy, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on route optimization, workflow efficiency, cost reduction, and overall service performance.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, delivery accuracy, fuel consumption, fleet utilization, and transportation costs.
• Identify recurring operational issues, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions to prevent future occurrences.
• Develop and standardize procedures that improve consistency, accountability, and communication across transportation and dock operations.
• Leverage routing software, ERP systems, and operational data to identify trends, measure results, and support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Operations leadership to establish performance goals, monitor progress, and implement improvements that support long-term operations business needs.

Safety, Compliance & Customer Service

• Ensure transportation operations comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, and other local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Promote a safety-first culture through training, inspections, and consistent enforcement of company policies and procedures.
• Respond to delivery-related customer concerns and work with internal teams to resolve issues promptly and professionally.
• Partner with Sales and Customer Service to improve communication, address service challenges, and prevent recurring delivery issues.
• Support other operational initiatives and responsibilities as needed.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of transportation or operations management experience supporting a warehouse operation with at least 50 associates.
• Experience managing transportation carriers for inbound freight and outbound customer deliveries.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, RF equipment, and transportation routing software.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as Solar Eclipse and routing platforms such as Innovo, or similar systems.
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching, developing, and managing operational teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience using operational data and performance metrics to evaluate results and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, and other applicable transportation and workplace safety requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of operations management experience.
• Experience managing transportation operations supporting a warehouse with 100 or more associates.
• Advanced knowledge of transportation routing software, ERP systems, and warehouse management technology.
• Experience leading process improvement, cost reduction, or operational efficiency initiatives.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to operate or become certified to operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, riding pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and picking carts.
• Proficiency with computers and standard business applications.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, monitor, and telephone for extended periods.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient working environment.
• Demonstrated alignment with Loeb Electric's core values of People, Trust, Commitment, and Innovation.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently required to lift, carry, push, or pull products, parts, and materials weighing up to 75 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance or mechanical handling equipment.
• Standing/Walking: Extended periods of standing and walking throughout the warehouse on concrete floors during the work shift.
• Climbing/Balance: Occasional climbing onto equipment; ability to maintain balance while moving materials on elevated platforms or racking systems.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to retrieve, stock, or handle products at floor and low-level shelving.
• Reaching/Handling: Frequent reaching overhead, forward, and to the side; regular grasping and handling of materials, boxes, tools, and warehouse equipment.
• Vision: Must have close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus to read labels, scan barcodes, and safely operate equipment.
• Hearing/Speaking: Ability to hear instructions, safety signals, and warehouse equipment alarms; communicate effectively with team members and supervisors in a noisy environment.
• Environmental Conditions: Work performed primarily in a warehouse environment with regular exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• PPE Use: Required to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, gloves, high-visibility vest, equipment safety harness) for extended periods.

EEO and Accommodations Loeb Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Loeb Electric also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process - please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.