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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$110K - $130K *

Explore leadership opportunities by driving safety strategy and culture across the organization. You'll develop initiatives aimed at risk mitigation and enhance operational performance while partnerin...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $240K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize transportation program management by leading client accounts and strategic initiatives across multiple states. Drive performance improvements and foster relationships with government agencies...

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$120K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $142K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

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$95K - $115K *

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$90K - $110K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Drive strategic proposal management for transportation projects, collaborating with teams to create winning proposals. Leverage your expertise in business development and coordination to enhance clien...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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$125K - $135K *

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

$147K - $272K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $190K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

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

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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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.