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 *

Unlock potential by leading public-sector transportation projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project delivery, managing scope, budget, and sched...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $113K *

Lead the charge in enhancing transportation operations by managing diverse projects, optimizing transit services, and implementing innovative solutions to improve community mobility and safety...

Chatham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead transformative transit planning initiatives by collaborating with agencies, managing projects, and mentoring teams to deliver exceptional results while fostering client relationships and identify...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $102K *

Empower your career by assisting in the management of fleet maintenance operations, overseeing personnel, and ensuring efficient vehicle upkeep. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance service qu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $103K *

Lead transportation operations by enhancing student safety, training staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with community and district to optimize department efficiency and safe...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming accounts payable operations by implementing best practices, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while effectively...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations by driving WMS strategy, enhancing workflows, and implementing automation solutions to boost efficiency and accuracy across the distribution network...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by engineering innovative heavy-lift transportation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize logistics from planning to execution, ensuring safe, efficient tr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team in transportation engineering, managing projects that enhance traffic safety and mobility solutions. Collaborate with professionals and lead innovative designs in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $171K *

Transform operations by assisting in daily management, budget implementation, and ensuring high performance standards. Lead branch staff to deliver exceptional service while maintaining compliance wit...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $171K *

Empower operational excellence by assisting in branch management, ensuring profitability, and leading staff to deliver high performance and guest satisfaction in a dynamic restaurant environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and compliance within a marine environment. Oversee a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture through training...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Transform the Environmental Transportation Planning landscape in Southern California by driving strategic growth initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to deli...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in expanding environmental transportation services in Southern California. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic growth, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative solu...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transit in Southern California. Lead strategic initiatives, foster client relationships, and drive project delivery while mentoring a high-performing team in a...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex transportation infrastructure projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring quality and safety from planning to closeout, with 40-50% travel...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in fleet maintenance operations, enhancing service quality and technician development while ensuring safety and compliance across multiple locations. Drive results and foster custo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Transform the employee experience by leading total rewards strategies that enhance compensation, benefits, and wellbeing. Collaborate across divisions to create impactful programs that attract and ret...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance financial operations, ensuring integrity and accuracy in reporting. Oversee accounting functions, manage team performance, and collaborate with leadership for strategic financial insi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $90K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards. Manage driver qualification processes, conduct training, and oversee EHS programs while collaborating across departmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Drive compliance and safety initiatives by managing DOT trucking programs, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering effective EHS practices across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing DOT trucking programs, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to develop effective EHS initiatives while ov...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Oversee and enhance DOT compliance programs, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence across all operations. Collaborate with teams to develop training, manage driver qualifications, and maintain effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Drive compliance and safety initiatives in transportation operations, ensuring adherence to DOT regulations and effective EHS programs. Collaborate with teams to manage driver qualifications, training...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Advance our fleet safety and compliance initiatives by managing DOT regulations, training programs, and driver qualifications. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to safety standards an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.