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 *

Lead and enhance health, safety, and training programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture while managing a dedicated team and driving sustainable safety practices across ope...

Kamloops, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $165K *

Transform transit infrastructure by delivering innovative structural designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while leading complex projects for major clients in t...

2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $126K *

Transform your career by leading complex maintenance projects that ensure the safety and efficiency of airport operations. Collaborate with contractors and internal teams while mentoring others to enh...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Transform communities as you lead transportation design projects, fostering collaboration and innovation. Drive business development while managing engineering tasks and nurturing client relationships...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$111K - $136K *

Drive transformative transportation projects by leading planning and community engagement efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance safety and access across Oakland, ensuring equitable...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence. Lead technology strategy and delivery for a multi-squad portfolio, driving modernization and operational success while fostering talent a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Inspire business growth by leading a sales team and optimizing marketing initiatives. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance revenue, coach personnel, and drive performance while aligning ma...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $210K *

Drive the future of trust administration by ensuring compliance, financial integrity, and operational excellence across preneed and perpetual care trust portfolios while leading a dedicated team and c...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of educational operations by overseeing daily functions, leading new initiatives, and enhancing visitor experiences. Collaborate with leadership to optimize resources and ensure compl...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing daily functions, managing teams, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance visitor experiences and support educational missions in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance transportation infrastructure by leading complex highway design projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient and innovat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

Franklin, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading a dynamic Distribution Team. Drive efficiency, enhance quality control, and foster employee development in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across levels...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $156K *

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1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining fleet management for quantum computing, driving innovation in operational tooling and service delivery. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance system reliability and ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $225K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing safety on a large-scale construction project. You'll collaborate with field teams to foster a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance and operational ex...

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

$100K - $110K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic growth and innovation in our truck product portfolio. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction and market presence while managing produc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Explore the challenges of managing robust Windows Server environments. You will architect and maintain solutions that ensure high availability, security, and performance of critical infrastructure acr...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Transform energy and sustainability strategies to enhance asset performance, reduce costs, and achieve environmental goals. Lead cross-functional initiatives and drive operational excellence across a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $131K *

Empower your career by leading administrative operations for a key state bureau. This executive role involves strategic oversight of financial and operational functions, ensuring effective support for...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us to enhance operational performance and financial success. Lead terminal operations, develop policies, manage resources, and drive team capabilities while ensuring exceptional client r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading manufacturing operations to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and employee engagement in a dynamic environment, overseeing a diverse team while implementing strategic...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading a high-performing sales team, driving strategic growth, and enhancing client relationships in a dynamic, global environment. Leverage your expertise in IoT solutions t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize payroll operations by leading a team to ensure timely, accurate processing and compliance with regulations. Collaborate across departments to enhance payroll systems and support audits while...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Champion payroll accuracy and compliance by overseeing the payroll team, ensuring timely processing, training staff, and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. Drive process improv...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.