Transportation, Logistics & Fleet Manager

Transportation, Logistics & Fleet Manager |Croell, Inc.

Founded in 1968 in a small town in Northeast Iowa, Croell, Inc. has quickly expanded into an industry leader across central North America. As a top concrete and aggregate multi-state supplier with more than 150 locations in the USA, we're dedicated to providing top-notch products and customer service. But our business doesn't stop there! We're also a leading concrete and asphalt paving contractor, dedicated to completing jobs efficiently and effectively. While we plan to continue to grow and expand, we maintain the family-owned core, small-town values, and strong work ethic that built the foundation of our success. Croell, Inc. offers excellent employment packages and training programs. Visit our website to learn more about our company and the career opportunities currently available at www.croell.com.

Job Type: Full-time with overtime

Experience: 3 year preferred

Reports to: Territory Manager, Supervisory responsibility

Wage: $80,000 - $90,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits/Incentives:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Bereavement Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• $2000 Sign-On Bonus
• Annual Safety Incentive and Clothing Allowance

Job Summary:

The Transportation, Logistics & Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing all trucking, fleet, and material transportation operations for Croell, Inc. This role manages cement and fly ash transportation, coordinates rail shipments, schedules company and independent haulers, and ensures timely, efficient delivery of materials to support production needs. Additional responsibilities include budgeting, rate negotiation, payload optimization, equipment maintenance coordination, and compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations. This full-time position reports to the Territory Manager and includes supervisory responsibility.

For more information regarding this position, contact Brian Marchant at 307-290-0407.

Primary Responsibilities:

Transportation & Dispatch Management

• Plan, coordinate, and dispatch company drivers and independent haulers to meet production and customer delivery demands.
• Monitor truck payloads, routes, and efficiencies to maximize productivity while maintaining compliance with weight regulations.
• Negotiate, monitor, and evaluate trucking rates to ensure cost-effective transportation services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with independent haulers, vendors, and material suppliers.

Rail Logistics

• Manage cement and fly ash rail operations, including rail car ordering, inventory tracking, unloading schedules, and supplier coordination.
• Maintain accurate rail transaction records and ensure timely movement of materials.

Fleet & Equipment Oversight

• Oversee maintenance and repair programs for semi-trucks, trailers, and support equipment.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules, repairs, and documentation.
• Identify and communicate equipment issues that may impact safety or production.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of loaders, dump trucks, semi-trailers, and related equipment.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and company safety requirements, including permits, registrations, licensing, weight restrictions, insurance requirements, and transportation documentation.
• Maintain accurate transportation, maintenance, inventory, and budget records.
• Participate in all required training and adhere to company policies and procedures.

General Expectations

• Demonstrate strategic, big-picture thinking to optimize dispatch schedules, maximize fleet efficiency, and ensure delivery accuracy.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and punctuality for all assigned shifts and responsibilities.
• Maintain a positive attitude and productive working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Perform duties outside normal scope or business hours when operational needs require.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management.

Position Requirements:

• Consent to pre-employment work screen, Motor Vehicle Record request, and drug test.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and accurate in recordkeeping
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorites

Physical Requirements

• Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders
• Pushing/Pulling/Twisting/Bending
• Sitting/Standing/Balancing
• Simple/Firm grasping/Pinching

Croell, Inc. is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

Croell, Inc. is an E-Verify participating employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.