Job Openings Freight Director - Plastics Manufacturing

About the job Freight Director - Plastics Manufacturing

Dallas, TX (Hybrid 2 days/week in office)
$120,000 USD/year

A leading plastics manufacturer in Dallas is hiring a Freight Director to oversee and optimize their North American and international freight operations. This hybrid role is perfect for a senior-level transportation expert who can take ownership of ocean, air, and domestic freightincluding drayage and distribution logisticswhile collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams and global partners.

What Youll Do:

  • Lead end-to-end transportation strategy for ocean and air freight, including container drayage from ports to distribution centers

  • Manage domestic distribution transport operations across the U.S., including fleet relationships and third-party carriers

  • Partner with manufacturing, procurement, and warehousing teams to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery

  • Optimize freight spend and carrier performance across modes and regions

  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements

  • Oversee vendor negotiations, contracts, and performance metrics for all transportation providers

What Were Looking For:

  • 8+ years of experience in freight and transportation leadership within manufacturing or distribution-heavy industries

  • Expertise in managing air and ocean freight, with deep knowledge of drayage and international logistics

  • Experience overseeing domestic distribution and transport to warehouses or end customers

  • Proven ability to reduce freight spend while improving reliability and speed

  • Strong understanding of customs compliance, Incoterms, and freight forwarding operations

  • Excellent communication and vendor management skills

  • Background in plastics, chemicals, or industrial manufacturing is an asset

Why Join:

This is an opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer investing in smarter supply chain infrastructure. You'll step into a key leadership role where your expertise will directly impact bottom-line results and long-term logistics strategy.