Transportation Manager

There’s a Place for You at Capital

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Capital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Role:

 

The Transportation Manager oversees all aspects of transportation operations for the distribution center, cross-dock, and hub-branch network, ensuring seamless movement of goods through every stage of the supply chain. This includes planning, fleet management, vendor coordination, and compliance, with a strong focus on optimizing last-mile delivery to improve efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction. The role bridges strategy and execution, making sure transportation systems support organizational goals and customer needs.

 

 

Main Job Duties:

 

• Direct daily transportation activities, including fleet management, dispatching, and coordination with third-party carriers.
• Ensure maintenance, inspection, and repair schedules are followed for all transportation assets.
• Manage contracts, service agreements, and relationships with transportation vendors and logistics partners.
• Implement technology systems for route planning, scheduling, and real-time visibility, including last-mile tracking and customer notifications.
• Identify operational gaps and implement improvements to increase efficiency across the distribution center, cross-dock, and hub-branch network.
• Prepare and manage the transportation budget, ensuring cost control and efficiency.
• Supervise and support transportation team, including drivers, office support and leads.

 

 

Education/Experience

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Experience with process improvement methodologies (lean, six sigma, etc.)
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience overseeing distribution centers, cross-dock facilities, or hub-and-spoke networks strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), fleet management software, and warehouse/distribution technology.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and Power BI.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA standards, and OSHA safety compliance.

 

 

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

 

• Data analysis and reporting skills to track KPIs and improve performance.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing diverse teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to foster teamwork, collaboration, and accountability.

 

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs

• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability