Transportation Manager in Flower Mound, Texas at Speed Xpress Inc.

About Speed Xpress Inc.

Founded in 2022, SpeedX offers a superior last-mile delivery experience designed to better connect brands to customers. At SpeedX, we’re more than just a delivery company – we’re partners in success. We believe that ecommerce delivery shouldn’t be a hassle, a financial strain, or a source of stress for businesses. We created a next-level delivery experience that’s designed to meet business's needs, exceed their expectations, and future-proof their ecommerce business.

In just three years of business, we have grown our client list to over a dozen online marketplaces, 3PLs and direct retailers and are now delivering over 300,000 packages daily worldwide – with the number constantly growing. And we have no plans of slowing down.

About the role:

The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end transportation operations for our DFW station, ensuring cost-efficient, on-time pickup and delivery performance. This role leads carrier performance management, dispatch planning, and transportation compliance, while continuously driving improvements in service reliability and cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily transportation operations including linehaul, last-mile dispatch, and inbound/outbound scheduling
• Ensure on-time performance (OTP) across all routes and hubs, proactively addressing service gaps
• Optimize transportation cost per shipment while maintaining service quality standards
• Manage relationships with carriers, drivers, and third-party logistics providers
• Monitor truck utilization, route efficiency, and capacity planning to support network growth
• Coordinate closely with warehouse and station teams to ensure seamless handover of goods
• Handle exception management including delays, missed pickups, and capacity shortages
• Implement and enforce transportation SOPs, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
• Drive data-informed decision-making through KPI tracking and reporting (cost, OTP, utilization)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above; Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
• 3–8 years of experience in transportation or logistics operations
• Strong understanding of last-mile delivery or hub-and-spoke network models
• Proven experience managing carriers or fleet operations
• Strong analytical skills with an operational, problem-solving mindset
• Fluent English required; additional language skills are an advantage
• Proven track record of cost reduction and operational improvement

• Proficiency with TMS, WMS, and YMS platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with change management and cross-functional leadership

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to handle assigned tasks and work toward operational excellence.
• Analytical Thinking: Use data to drive decisions and improve performance.
• Communication: Clear, professional interaction with internal teams and external partners.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced logistics environment.
• Customer Focus: Commitment to service quality and client satisfaction

Work Environment

• Fast-paced warehouse and delivery operations setting
• Requires active, hands-on leadership (standing, walking, operational oversight)
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, peak seasons, and extended hours as needed