Transportation Manager

The Transportation Manager will provide tactical and operational leadership for the transport function within a medical waste facility, ensuring safe efficient operation of transport operations, resulting in customer service excellence. The role is responsible and accountable for ensuring safety and compliance standards, fleet maintenance, driver performance management and DIFOT performance of the business unit.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a business unit transport strategy aligned with organizational objectives; Oversee daily transport operations across the business unit; Optimize route planning and fleet utilization; Monitor and manage KPIs for transport performance and efficiency; Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and organizational safety/compliance programs; Foster a culture of safety and operational excellence; Build and develop high-performing transport team across the business unit; Drive recruitment, engagement and retention for transport personnel; Coordinate staff onboarding, training and development programs; Monitor and manage the 4 pillars of operation management Safety, Compliance, Service, and Efficiency; Monitor, analyze and improve operational, transport, and customer service metrics (DIFOT and NPS); Implement cost reduction and efficiency improvements; Manage resource allocation and budget control; Manage vendor relationships and contracts; Report on transport operations performance to leadership

Requirements

5-10 years of senior transport experience at management level; Transport capital budgeting experience; Strong understanding of transport safety regulations; Proven leadership and team development capabilities

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Mathematics, Operations Management, or related field preferred; Experience in medical waste or related regulated industry is preferred but not required; CDL License and driving experience highly regarded but no required

Benefits

Industry Leader: Over 20 years of excellence in medical waste management with top-tier NPS and delivery-reliability scores; 401K Matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution), with match starting Day 1, 5 year vesting schedule; Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1; paid short-term disability; company-sponsored life insurance; and more; Job Stability: As an essential healthcare service provider, we’re recession-proof and non-seasonal; Permanent Role: Full-time, Monday-Friday; Empowering, visionary culture: We think differently, act boldly, and value authenticity, creativity, and trust