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.

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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career with a key role in transportation engineering, overseeing multiple projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with city officials and the public t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$92K - $112K *

Play a key role in ensuring safety compliance and operational excellence for transportation services. Lead safety initiatives, conduct training, manage incident reporting, and foster a safety-first cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in transportation management by leading LTL strategies, optimizing carrier relationships, and driving cost efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance service levels and perfor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $247K *

Oversee the global deployment and maintenance of an autonomous vehicle fleet, leading a high-performing field service team. Drive cross-functional collaboration to optimize operations and ensure missi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead critical transportation projects by leveraging engineering expertise, fostering collaboration with city officials and the public, and managing teams effectively to enhance community mobility and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$133K - $245K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing real property acquisitions and relocations for transit projects. Lead a skilled team, ensuring compliance with laws and maximizing federal funding while suppor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and client satisfaction by leading security contracts, ensuring compliance and high standards. Cultivate relationships, develop leaders, oversee multi-site operations, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex transportation projects, delivering innovative solutions through expert guidance and team collaboration. Drive operational excellence while fostering client relatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful industrial real estate projects from entitlement to lease-up. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment with operational standards and local ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Support and manage industrial real estate development projects from entitlement to lease-up, ensuring alignment with design and operational standards while coordinating with teams and consultants to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform logistics operations by providing strategic leadership and oversight. Drive efficiency across fleet, facilities, and purchasing while fostering a high-performing team committed to safety and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$78K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing regional transportation operations through strategic management, policy development, and team leadership, ensuring effective maintenance and safety practices while achievi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Drive successful delivery of complex transportation projects by supporting project planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement as a collaborative leader. Utilize your project management skills to...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of transportation by managing complex infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction, while enhancing project...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team supporting large-scale transportation projects by assisting with planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure timely project de...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in successful transportation project delivery, overseeing planning, execution, and compliance while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading intelligent systems, managing projects, and analyzing data. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance mobility initiatives and ensure effective commun...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by leading innovative projects in intelligent systems and smart mobility. Balance hands-on engineering with strategic planning and stakeholder e...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse transportation projects, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance public sector project management. Drive project success through effective planning, client...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$149K - $171K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety protocols across diverse transportation projects, ensuring compliance and effective program implementation while collaborating with management and external stakehol...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transportation projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and c...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Optimize the last mile delivery for oversized items by leading a team to enhance performance, quality, and financial outcomes. Drive innovation in logistics while fostering an inclusive environment fo...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global transportation operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective product movement. Manage carrier relationships, analyze performance data, and drive process improveme...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $163K *

Shape the future of labor relations by directing negotiation, implementation, and administration of labor agreements while ensuring compliance with policies and safety procedures. Lead a dedicated tea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $225K *

Launch a transformative approach to supply chain management, driving alignment and continuous improvement across multiple business units to achieve measurable efficiency and cost savings. Collaborate...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.

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