Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another-all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Company has an immediate opening for a Traffic Manager at the Temple, TX manufacturing plant. The Traffic Manager oversees the coordination of inbound and outbound logistics within the plant. This role manages a team of professional and/or support employees, ensuring efficient movement of materials, and finished goods, while meeting operational goals, service levels, and cost targets. The position focuses on short-term results, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, production, and distribution teams.

Duties/Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

• Manages professional and/or support-level employees and sets clear goals aligned with operational objectives.
• Leads team to achieve daily and short-term performance targets for transportation, shipping, and receiving activities.
• Assigns work, establishes priorities, and provides guidance to ensure efficient team performance.
• Actively develops direct reports through coaching, feedback, and growth planning.
• Provides input into hiring, promotion and performance management.

Operational Execution

• Plans and establishes team objectives with direct impact on operational performance, including on-time shipments, freight efficiency, and dock utilization.
• Oversees coordination of transportation schedules, carrier relationships, and routing activities.
• Manages day-to-day logistics operations including staffing, and workflow execution.
• Monitors adherence to company policies, safety standards, and shipping/receiving procedures.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Leads team in resolving multiple, moderately complex logistics and operational issues.
• Implements general improvements to logistics processes, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency and service quality.
• Addresses issues that require a broader understanding of cross-functional impacts (e.g., production delays, inventory shortages, carrier disruptions).

Decision Making

• Makes decisions that impact the immediate team and influence short-term operational outcomes.
• Balances priorities such as cost, service, and resource constraints to meet daily performance targets.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Communicates complex logistics concepts clearly and effectively within the team.
• Collaborates with production and customer service teams to align schedules and resolve issues.
• Works cross-functionally to identify process improvements and enhance overall supply chain performance.
• Collects and incorporates feedback from internal stakeholders to optimize transportation operations.

Culture & Leadership Presence

• Embodies company values and fosters a positive, accountable team environment.
• Motivates and supports team members to enhance engagement and performance.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of transportation management, routing, and shipping/receiving processes.
• Proven ability to manage teams, solve operational problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant logistics, transportation, or manufacturing experience.
• At least 1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.