Transportation Manager

A global food distributor is looking for a Night Transportation Manager to lead a high-performing team, champion safety, and deliver best-in-class service to our customers. You’ll oversee daily transportation operations, inspire and develop your drivers, and ensure every delivery is on time, safe, and cost-effective. If you’re a leader who thrives in fast-paced distribution environments and can turn operational challenges into wins, we want you behind the wheel of our transportation strategy.

• This role is for an overnight shift, 10:00 PM to whenever the work is complete, Monday to Friday.
  
  

Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000 10% bonus

What You’ll Do

• Lead and inspire a diverse transportation team, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Champion safety-first operations, ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company policies while driving proactive accident prevention measures.
• Build and develop talent by hiring, training, and coaching drivers and staff to consistently exceed service, safety, and performance goals.
• Troubleshoot and optimize delivery operations, reducing waste, streamlining processes, and improving on-time performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with warehouse, sales, and customer service teams to align transportation priorities with overall business goals.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Proven track record with 3 years in transportation, delivery, or warehouse distribution, and at least 1 years in people leadership (union preferred).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a history of motivating teams and influencing positive operational change.
• In-depth knowledge of DOT regulations, transportation methods, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial and operational data to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Tech proficiency, including Microsoft Office and transportation planning tools, with a willingness to adopt new systems quickly.
  
  

Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage.

If this position interests you and you meet the qualifications, please apply today!

Thank you,

Rachel Stewart

Senior Project Manager

LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.