Transportation Operations Manager

Transportation Operations Manager Manassas, Virginia $90,000 - $120,000 Base Salary + Performance Incentives Full-Time | Exempt A well-established and growing transportation and logistics company is seeking a hands-on Transportation Operations Manager to lead daily trucking, dispatch, and logistics operations at a busy regional office. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands both operations and customer service, and knows how to build high-performing teams while driving profitability and operational efficiency. This organization is looking for a motivated leader who can balance driver support, customer relationships, operational execution, and team accountability while helping position the company for continued growth. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day transportation, dispatch, and logistics operations Lead, coach, and develop dispatch and operations personnel to achieve company performance goals Ensure freight is moved efficiently while maximizing equipment utilization and driver productivity Monitor revenue performance, operational KPIs, and overall service levels Resolve transportation issues quickly and proactively to minimize service disruptions and delays Partner with senior leadership on operational strategy, process improvements, and growth initiatives Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key business partners Coordinate fleet maintenance scheduling and communicate repair priorities with maintenance teams Assist with evaluating operational investments, equipment utilization, and cost-efficiency initiatives Promote a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability, communication, and customer satisfaction Support driver performance management and operational compliance initiatives Qualifications 5+ years of transportation or trucking industry experience 5+ years of leadership experience managing operations, dispatch, or transportation teams Strong understanding of trucking operations, logistics coordination, and customer service Experience leading both operational and administrative functions in a transportation environment Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS), logistics software, and Microsoft Office Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment Excellent communication and leadership abilities What the Company Offers Competitive base salary of $90K-$120K Stable and growing organization with strong leadership support Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and company growth Collaborative, team-oriented culture Long-term career advancement potential within transportation and logistics leadership PLEASE FORWARD YOUR RESUME TO : ...