Job Description
Job Title:
Middle Mile Manager
Posting Start Date:
5/3/26
Job Description:
Purpose of the Job
Job Description
- Manage daily middle mile transportation operations between hubs and sorting facilities.
- Ensure on-time dispatch and arrival of linehaul vehicles and shipments.
- Monitor transportation KPIs including transit time, utilization, cost per shipment, and service performance.
- Coordinate with operations, warehouse, fleet, and customer service teams to ensure smooth shipment flow.
- Optimize routes, capacity planning, and truck utilization to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Lead and supervise transportation vendors, drivers, and operational teams.
- Handle operational escalations and resolve transportation issues promptly.
- Ensure compliance with safety, security, and transportation regulations.
- Analyze operational data and prepare performance reports for management.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization projects.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and team performance within the middle mile operation.
- Ensure contingency plans are in place for delays, peak periods, and emergencies.
Job Requirements - Experience and Education
Leadership Behaviors
Building Outstanding Teams
Setting a clear direction
Simplification
Collaborate & break silos
Execution & Accountability
Growth mindset
Innovation
Inclusion
External focus