Manager Freight

Freight Manager

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Freight Manager to join our team! In this role, you will lead and manage all operations within the Freight department, including order management, customer service, driver oversight, and equipment maintenance. Your leadership will ensure safety, efficiency, and high service standards across freight operations. If you are passionate about transportation logistics and team leadership, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety by providing training, PPE, and accountability measures.
• Conduct accident investigations and implement safety improvements.
• Hire, engage, and retain drivers while providing performance feedback and development.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams to meet customer delivery expectations.
• Oversee dispatching and delivery schedules through Route Planner and Freight Administrator (if applicable).
• Monitor and manage fleet performance using key metrics (e.g., payload efficiency, OTIFNE, MPG).
• Partner with maintenance providers to minimize equipment downtime and ensure preventative maintenance.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Company Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits : Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy

Financial Benefits : Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence : With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture : ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused : Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.