Job Description

Logistics Manager - Construction Trucking

Location: Thornton, IL (On-Site)

Join Our Team at Shepley Motor Express!

Are you a logistics and trucking leader looking for a role that offers competitive pay, a 401(k) with employer match, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth ? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where leadership, innovation, and strategic problem-solving drive success? If so, Shepley Motor Express wants you on our team!

About the Role

As Logistics Manager , you will lead the operational and strategic management of Shepley’s trucking operations, retail cartage sales, and FOB HMA sales . You will be the primary point of contact for Shepley’s trucking business, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and compliance while fostering a high-performance culture.

This position will have direct reports , including the Logistics Coordinator, Customer Service Representatives, and Shepley Drivers .

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Logistics Management

• Oversee dispatching and trucking activities, including asphalt mix, aggregates, lowboy equipment moves, AC hauling, and construction trucks .
• Manage fleet size, backhauls, and capacity planning to optimize trucking efficiency.
• Coordinate plant scale house support and raw material inventory levels.
• Identify and maintain material dump locations and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Business & Financial Performance

• P&L accountability – Monitor financial performance, job-specific trucking costs, and profitability.
• Establish annual trucking rates, haul rates, and capital/repair budgets .
• Lead business development efforts , nurturing customer relationships to expand external hauling opportunities.
• Review trucking reports (AR/AP/Payroll) for accuracy in collaboration with accounting.
• Drive innovation to streamline operations, cut costs, and enhance efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering leadership and accountability.
• Maintain a culture of integrity, transparency, and excellence aligned with company values.
• Execute annual performance reviews and implement development plans to promote career growth.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to DOT, OSHA, and environmental regulations while maintaining up-to-date compliance records.
• Implement safety training programs and oversee incident reporting.

Networking & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary liaison for Shepley’s trucking customers and Union Partners .
• Maintain productive third-party hauler relationships , ensuring adequate fleet capacity.
• Develop and execute a new hauler orientation program .
• Build a strong network within the industry, marketplace, and community .

Qualifications & Skills

• Expertise in construction trucking operations, technology, and equipment
• Strong data analysis, budgeting, and financial acumen
• Deep understanding of safety regulations (DOT, OSHA, MSHA, First Aid)
• Knowledge of Chicagoland logistics, unions, traffic patterns, and regional regulations
• Proficiency in logistics & construction software: Microsoft Office, Teams, Slack, XBE, Motive, Laserfiche, Spectrum, Monday.com

Personal Skills

• Strong leadership – Inspires and develops teams, holding them accountable for excellence
• Excellent communicator – Open dialogue, ethical decision-making, and conflict resolution
• Highly organized – Manages multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Problem-solver – Adapts quickly, resolves trucking issues, and navigates complex logistics challenges
• Relationship builder – Works well with internal teams, vendors, and external haulers

Why Join Shepley Motor Express?

Shepley Motor Express has been family-owned and operated since our inception , building a legacy of excellence in the trucking and construction industry. We take pride in our strong company culture , where leadership, teamwork, discipline, and innovation drive everything we do. Our employees are more than just part of a team—they’re part of a family , and we are committed to investing in their success .

We offer a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with opportunities for growth, career development, and making a real impact . If you’re looking for a company that values its people, promotes from within, and fosters long-term careers , Shepley Motor Express is the place for you.

Ready to take your trucking logistics career to the next level? Apply today!

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