Transportation Services Manager

As one of the world’s largest food-grade logistics companies, McLane Global relies on the efficiency of its fulfillment centers and transportation services. We consider all our warehouses to be systematic and operate with a customer-centric mentality. To deliver on our promise to customers, we rely on exceptionally talented, bright, and committed people. We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

The Transportation Services Manager at McLane Global will be responsible for managing all day-to-day transportation operations, ensuring seamless execution across all transportation modes (FTL, LTL, intermodal, and expedited). There will be a focus on managing an ongoing USDA program delivering food to 200+ distribution points per month utilizing direct carrier relationships with the Henderson operation as the program hub. This leader will drive operational efficiency, develop process improvements, and oversee key performance metrics to support growth. This role is in-office at 8125 E 88th Ave., Henderson, CO.

Key Responsibilities

● Operational Oversight: Manage daily transportation services operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and profitability.

● Leadership & Team Development: Recruit, train, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of logistics professionals (Logistics Coordinators and related).

● TL pricing and carrier management: Develop and execute pricing strategies for truckload (TL) shipments, ensuring competitive and profitable rates. Collaborate with internal teams to align pricing strategies with operational efficiency and customer needs.

● Multimodal Expertise: Oversee all transportation modes, including truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, and expedited.

● Carrier & Customer Relations: Strengthen carrier partnerships and drive customer satisfaction through exceptional service execution.

● Implement best practices, enhance workflows, and optimize operational strategies.

● Key Reporting & Analytics Responsibilities: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery rates, carrier performance, cost per mile, margin per load, and customer satisfaction scores. Use data to drive improvements in efficiency, profitability, and service quality. Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports on load volume, mode utilization, and revenue performance. Monitor real-time tracking and exception reports to proactively manage delays or disruptions.

Requirements

● 5+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or 3PL transportation operations, with a proven track record in leadership roles.

● Strong knowledge of multimodal transportation, including brokerage and regulations.

● Experience in 3PL transportation operations is preferred.

● Experience in scaling operations.

● Strong experience in TL pricing and carrier management.

● Proficiency in MS Excel, reporting/data visualizations, Power BI, or other analytics tools.

● Expertise in logistics technology, TMS platforms, and real-time tracking solutions.

● Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset.

● Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Benefits

● Competitive base compensation with bonus opportunity.

● Full Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision effective on the first day of employment.

● 401(k) with Employer Match (quarterly enrollment).

● Paid Holidays (no waiting period to receive holiday pay).

● Paid vacation, personal, and sick days effective on the first day of employment.

● All offers are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.

● No company visa sponsorships.