Director, Transportation Jobs

Explore Director, Transportation jobs for experienced leaders ready to oversee the movement of people and goods. These senior roles shape transportation strategy, manage complex operations, and help organizations deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective service. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Transportation Do?

A Director of Transportation leads transportation functions across a company, public agency, or service provider. Responsibilities may include setting operating plans, managing budgets and teams, overseeing fleets or transit networks, and coordinating with suppliers, customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders. Directors also monitor performance, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop transportation strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Oversee logistics, fleet, transit, or distribution operations.
  • Manage budgets, service levels, vendor relationships, and operating costs.
  • Establish safety, compliance, and performance standards.
  • Lead managers and cross-functional teams through operational change.
  • Use data and technology to improve capacity, reliability, and efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations leadership. Strong candidates bring strategic planning, financial management, people leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills. Depending on the role, knowledge of transportation regulations, fleet systems, routing technology, or public transit operations may also be important. A bachelor's degree is often preferred; some employers value advanced degrees or relevant professional credentials.

Where Director, Transportation Jobs Are Found

These roles appear across manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, logistics, healthcare, government, and transportation services. Job scope varies: some directors lead regional fleets or distribution networks, while others manage enterprise-wide strategy or public transportation systems.

Find Director, Transportation Opportunities on Ladders

Browse vetted Director, Transportation openings on Ladders and explore professional positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your leadership experience and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$112K - $143K *

Empower growth by driving new business and expanding relationships in your territory. As a strategic sales leader, you'll build partnerships, execute sales strategies, and achieve revenue goals while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $293K *

Develop and implement strategic account plans to drive sales growth and build relationships with key decision-makers in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Innovate enterprise data architecture strategies, shaping design of secure, scalable cloud-native platforms that drive analytics, AI/ML, and data democratization while collaborating with cross-functio...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$103K - $128K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving risk adjustment solutions that enhance interoperability, improve documentation accuracy, and ensure compliance across Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA programs thr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $128K *

Join us to lead product strategy and development, driving innovation and performance in healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align business needs with customer expectations and ensu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $191K *

Innovate by designing and operating scalable data infrastructure for petabytes of data, enabling customer-facing features and analytics across global industries, while enhancing systems for reliabilit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as you drive commercial sales growth in a dynamic territory. Engage with new and existing clients, manage accounts, and provide exceptional support while achieving targeted goals...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$132K - $182K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sales growth and managing key customer relationships. Leverage your expertise in environmental solutions to expand service offerings and ensure client satisfactio...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by driving sales and developing strategic relationships within major sectors across the AMER region, ensuring revenue maximization and effective execution of account strategies...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K - $126K *

Lead the charge in enhancing dealer operations and customer satisfaction by building strong relationships, executing strategic action plans, and driving revenue growth through effective consulting and...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $400K *

Elevate your career by managing the lifecycle of vendor agreements and contracts. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and streamline workflows, safeguarding business interests while mi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving insights and recommendations for executive leadership. Oversee forecasting, reporting, and team development to enhance business pe...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$221K - $387K *

Lead the charge in adapting global AI product strategies to local markets, ensuring commercial success through tailored solutions, effective sales enablement, and customer engagement. Drive innovation...

Santa Clara, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion the development of Planning and Inventory strategies, leading a team to optimize supply chain performance and ensure compliance. Drive process improvements and manage supplier relationships t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join us to lead and enhance healthcare staffing operations, driving growth and performance through strategic recruitment, client management, and team leadership. Collaborate across departments to achi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management as a Senior Cost Manager, driving cost efficiency and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client value and foster strong relatio...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $112K *

Drive the success of a dynamic SDR team by shaping outbound sales strategies, mentoring talent, and optimizing lead generation processes. Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performing team th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $235K *

Champion advanced detection engineering to enhance threat identification capabilities. Collaborate with Protective Services to develop and optimize detection systems, integrating diverse data sources...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$141K - $177K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence by leading technology solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring project success through effective management and innovative proble...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $179K *

Optimize operations excellence by driving process improvements and KPI frameworks across fleet, safety, compliance, and maintenance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and p...

Seattle, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $134K *

Champion sustainability initiatives by leading a dedicated team to implement conservation strategies and policies, ensuring a healthier, equitable community while managing diverse projects across depa...

Tacoma, WARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $137K *

Empower customers as a Senior Technical Support Engineer, solving complex technical issues with modern tools while enhancing user experience, collaborating with engineering, and shaping innovative sup...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients and developers to ensure high satisfaction and successful adoption while advanc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Transportation do?question toggle

    A Director of Transportation leads transportation strategy and operations, which may include fleet management, logistics, transit services, budgets, safety, compliance, and team leadership.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Transportation jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations experience, along with demonstrated leadership and financial and analytical skills. A bachelor's degree is commonly preferred.

  • What industries hire Directors of Transportation?question toggle

    Employers include logistics and transportation companies, manufacturers, retailers, e-commerce businesses, healthcare organizations, and government or public transit agencies.

  • How much do Director, Transportation jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, organizational scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary information.

  • Where can I find Director, Transportation jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Transportation listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.