Transportation Manager

Job overview

The Transportation Manager role is onsite in Troy, MI, with a salary of $125,000–$130,000 per year and travel of up to 75% to Carlex facilities. The role supports transportation and logistics for Carlex’s original-equipment and aftermarket business.

What you'll do

• Develop and manage short- and long-term logistics strategy
• oversee logistics spending, reporting, and third-party logistics partners
• bid transportation requirements and negotiate rates
• coordinate routes with manufacturing, warehouse operations, and suppliers
• develop supply-chain performance metrics and savings initiatives
• prepare freight estimates, accruals, and reports
• oversee freight payments and invoices
• ensure regulatory compliance
• and manage route changes, trade advisors, brokers, and claims.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

transportation manager

logistics strategy

troy mi

carlex glass manufacturing

$125k–$130k/year

supply chain

third-party logistics

freight negotiation

manufacturing logistics

regulatory compliance

up to 75% travel

weekend and holiday work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field, 10+ years in logistics, and 5+ years in manufacturing or warehouse environments. Up to 75% travel is specified.

About the employer

Carlex Glass Manufacturing is hiring for this role. Industry: Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing. Sector: 33.