Sr. Manager, Transportation, PA

Job Overview The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing transportation operations across Baldor's Philadelphia facility and North Jersey cross-dock, ensuring safe, efficient, compliant, and cost-effective delivery operations.

This position provides leadership to transportation managers, supervisors, and coordinators while overseeing approximately 160 commercial drivers, more than 100 vehicles, and a network of over 100 delivery routes.

The role is accountable for daily transportation execution, routing and dispatch, fleet management, DOT compliance, labor and expense management, customer service, and continuous improvement.

The Senior Transportation Manager develops transportation leaders, establishes operational standards, monitors performance metrics, and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure transportation resources align with business demands and service expectations.

Key Responsibilities Transportation Operations & Service Delivery Oversee daily transportation operations across the Philadelphia facility and North Jersey cross-dock, including routing, dispatch, driver assignments, route coverage, and delivery performance.Ensure safe, timely, and accurate deliveries while maintaining product quality and customer service standards.Monitor route performance, delivery schedules, and service levels; address delays, missed deliveries, and operational disruptions.Ensure appropriate staffing, equipment availability, and contingency planning to support daily volume and changing business needs.Partner with Warehouse and Cross-Dock leadership to coordinate loading schedules, outbound operations, and transportation capacity.

Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop transportation managers, supervisors, and coordinators, establishing clear performance expectations and accountability.Provide oversight of approximately 160 commercial drivers across multiple locations and shifts.Conduct regular leadership meetings, performance evaluations, and development discussions to strengthen operational execution and leadership capabilities.Support workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, employee development, and succession planning.Address employee performance, attendance, and conduct matters in partnership with Human Resources.Promote consistent communication, teamwork, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Routing, Productivity & Financial Management Oversee routing and dispatch strategies to optimize delivery schedules, driver utilization, equipment capacity, and operational efficiency.Evaluate route productivity, mileage, delivery stops, driver hours, and transportation costs to identify improvement opportunities.Manage transportation labor expenses, overtime, staffing levels, and operating costs within approved budgets.Review operational and financial performance reports, identify trends, and implement corrective action plans.

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