Regional Transportation Manager

Colonial Transportation Solutions, Inc.’s (CTS) mission is to be a premier transportation and logistics service provider while emphasizing the development of outstanding team members. We set the standard for safety, operations, and innovative technology. We are committed to

service through operational excellence. Join Colonial Transportation Solutions, Inc., and be part of a team that keeps America moving.
Colonial Transportation Solutions, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc.

Job Summary

The Regional Transportation Manager is responsible for providing strategic and operational oversight of trucking and chemical distribution within an assigned geographic territory. This role serves as the senior operational leader for the region and is accountable for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations across all terminal sites, including company-operated facilities and locations managed through sub-jobber agreements.

Responsibilities include overseeing bulk and packaged chemical handling, delivery execution, truck and trailer maintenance scheduling, Motive driver coaching and management, gate checks, and driver compliance. The Regional Transportation Manager works closely with Sales, Fleet, Compliance, and Dispatch to support service performance, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

This position also oversees environmental compliance programs, including Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans, as well as Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for trucking operations.

Due to the company's continued growth and geographic expansion, this position is territory-based rather than tied to fixed locations. Territory assignments may change over time based on business needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all operational activities within the assigned geographic territory, including bulk and packaged chemical deliveries, regional trucking, and fleet operations.
• Maintain a consistent field presence by traveling regularly to assigned locations to ensure operational alignment, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and effective service execution.
• Oversee profit and loss (P&L) performance, including operating expenses, cost-to-roll metrics, pounds-per-month productivity, and asset utilization.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and all other applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including SPCC plans, across all assigned locations.
• Provide leadership and operational oversight for bulk and packaged chemical distribution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Dispatch, Fleet, and Compliance teams to promote service excellence, maintain product integrity, and ensure efficient delivery execution.
• Monitor and improve operational performance against established key performance indicators (KPIs), including safety, customer service, cost per pound (CpP), cost-to-roll efficiency, pounds-per-month productivity, and overall cost control.
• Manage driver safety performance through Motive telematics, ensuring consistent monitoring, coaching, and improvement based on driver behavior and performance data.
• Partner with the Training Manager to ensure employees receive accurate and consistent training aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage employee performance, professional development, and ongoing training to support operational effectiveness and team success.
• Coordinate with the Fleet team to schedule preventive maintenance and submit annual fleet replacement recommendations to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Lead thorough investigations of vehicle accidents and safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Support company growth initiatives by maintaining scalable, efficient operational processes and adapting to changes in territory assignments as business needs evolve.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in chemical product distribution or related logistics functions.
• Minimum of three years of experience managing fleet assets, drivers, and DOT/FMCSA compliance programs, or equivalent related experience.
• Experience overseeing transportation operations and bulk and packaged goods delivery across multiple locations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to manage profit and loss (P&L) performance, including cost-to-roll analysis, pounds-per-month productivity, and operating expense planning.
• Strong understanding of key operational metrics, including cost per pound (CpP), on-time delivery performance, cost control, and fleet utilization.
• Familiarity with safety management systems, incident investigation procedures, and driver behavior monitoring tools, such as Motive telematics.
• Experience collaborating across Sales, Dispatch, Fleet, and Compliance to achieve operational and service excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or transportation management systems preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with an emphasis on accountability, execution, and employee development.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout the assigned geographic territory to maintain consistent field oversight.
• Demonstrated knowledge of chemical delivery and handling practices, SPCC compliance, and applicable environmental regulations.

Physical Demands

The position requires frequent walking and standing, along with prolonged periods of sitting while traveling between locations. The role also requires occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of materials or equipment weighing up to 60 pounds. Frequent travel throughout the assigned territory is required.

Eligibility Requirements: Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Colonial Group, Inc. is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Colonial Group, Inc. prohibits discrimination of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.