Director of Transportation Job at iRiS Recruiting Solutions, Darlington, SC

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  • iRiS Recruiting Solutions
  • Darlington, SC

Job Description

Title: Director of Transportation

Location: South Carolina

We’re seeking a strong people leader to join a large, high-volume distribution operation as the Director of Transportation . This role oversees a team of 150+ Class A CDL drivers.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead, coach, and develop the transportation team
  • Ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective operations
  • Conduct yard visits, address driver questions and concerns about routes, loads, and schedules
  • Drive continuous improvement in routing, cost control, and driver engagement
  • Collaborate with leadership to uphold one of the best safety programs in the industry
  • Represent the voice of the drivers—building trust, providing education, and fostering retention in a low-turnover environment

Why This Opportunity?

✅ Non-union environment with 150+ drivers

✅ 10–15 years of sustained growth in a high-demand market

✅ Competitive pay & bonus

✅ Relocation support available

✅ Strong benefits package

✅ Monday–Friday schedule, ~45–50 hours per week

The Ideal Candidate

  • Experienced people leader with a track record of developing drivers into leaders
  • 5+ years in transportation management
  • Strong knowledge of routing, cost improvement, and DOT compliance
  • Critical thinker who can educate drivers on efficient practices while maintaining strong culture and safety standards
  • Comfortable with technology and TMS platforms (Samsara experience a plus)
  • Class A CDL background preferred

If you’re passionate about leading large driver teams, streamlining processes, and making a real impact on cost and culture, this could be the perfect next step.

Job Tags

Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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