Regional Transportation Manager (West Coast-based) at Divert in WA

Job description

• The Regional Transportation Manager is responsible for the safety, leadership, full P & L ownership, and operational improvement of their facilities within Divert’s transportation network. This role ensures alignment between their transportation operations, company objectives, and customer expectations. The manager will drive performance through data-driven decision-making using defined KPIs, development and leadership of team members (Supervisors and Drivers), and implementation of best-in-class transportation practices. While routine, facility operation daily tasks are delegated to site-level teams, the manager maintains accountability for their site’s transportation safety culture, profitability, compliance, serviceability, and overall performance results. This position reports directly to the Director of Logistics.
• Success is defined by clear, measurable improvement in the safety program and results, significant and continual improvement in EBITDA, and in customer health metrics.
• Location & Travel: This is a remote role required to live on the West Coast, ideally WA, CA, NV or OR; candidates should be located near a major airport.
• Travel: Travel of approximately 50% annually is expected to support facilities that they oversee.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Performance Management
• Oversee, coach, and develop Transportation Supervisors in achieving safety, service, and performance targets
• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor network efficiency, cost, and service quality
• Execute transportation strategies to drive improvements in those KPIs.
• Drive standardization and consistency for their sites in transportation operational processes, metrics, and reporting
• Foster collaboration, engagement, and a positive work culture across all transportation teams and drivers
• Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management
• Champion a proactive safety culture across all transportation operations, including robust training plans and expectations that promote proactive, leading indicators
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and other relevant regulatory standards through regular audits and policy reviews
• Partner with Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality and adhere to DOT Compliance needs to continuously improve driver safety programs and reporting systems
• Financial Ownership & Profitability Maximization
• Manage and drive regional transportation P & L, including budgets, analyze variances, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains
• Contribute to financial planning, forecasting, and business case development for logistics investments
• Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
• Identify and implement process, technology, and/or network improvements that optimize transportation cost, asset utilization, and service performance
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure transportation solutions meet operational and customer needs within the scope of your remit
• Oversee the effective use of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and/or other logistics technology tools to streamline efficacy

Requirements

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Two (2) years or more P&L responsibility required
• Five (5) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required
• Hands on software experience - transportation management systems software such as WMS, WMOS, TMS, and/or OMS; ERP systems and routing software is preferred
• Proven ability to develop and implement equipment, cycle planning, policies, and training programs.
• Strong data analytics and financial analysis skills, with experience optimizing transportation performance.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with minimal supervision in a remote/hybrid environment.

Skills

Required

• Data analytics
• Financial analysis
• Project management
• Independent work
• Leadership
• Coaching and development
• KPI management
• Safety culture
• DOT/FMCSA compliance
• P&L management
• Budgeting
• Process improvement

Preferred

• ERP systems
• Routing software

Benefits

• Compensation range: $135,000 - 160,000/Year + 10% target bonus
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization