Who We Are:

PBR is the world’s premier bull riding organization. More than 1,000 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash The Beast tour (UTB), which features the top bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR’s international circuits in Australia, Brazil, and Canada. In 2022, PBR launched the nationally televised PBR Teams league—eight teams of the world’s best bull riders competing for a new championship expanding to 10 teams in 2024—as well as the PBR Challenger Series with more than 60 annual events nationwide. The organization’s digital assets include PBR RidePass on Pluto TV, which is home to Western sports. PBR is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, X at X.com/PBR, and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Position Summary

The Transportation & Logistics Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, compliance, and execution of all fleet and logistics operations supporting the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) tours. This role ensures the safe & efficient movement of equipment, materials, and operational assets across multiple national touring schedules.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Tour Operations, this position oversees fleet operations, regulatory compliance, and logistics coordination, while partnering closely with other members of the Tour Operations, Production, and Risk Management departments. The Manager also supports warehouse operations and budget management, ensuring all transportation, warehousing, and logistics functions operate at a high standard of safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Operations Management

• Manage daily fleet operations including trucks, trailers, and transportation assets.
• Oversee driver scheduling, utilization, and performance in alignment with tour needs.
• Proactively manage fleet maintenance to ensure maximum uptime across all assets.
• Enforce fleet policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Coordinate routing and dispatch in partnership with Tour Operations to support event timelines.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations including USDOT, FMCSA, and state/local transportation laws.
• Maintain complete and compliant driver qualification files, hours-of-service tracking, and vehicle inspection and maintenance records.
• Manage ELD/telematics systems (e.g., Motive) to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Administer a DOT-compliant Drug & Alcohol testing program, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Support safety initiatives including training, audits, and incident prevention programs.

Fuel Tax & Reporting (IFTA)

• Manage IFTA fuel tax reporting, filing, and reconciliation processes.
• Oversee state fuel or weight/mile tax reporting and ensure timely, accurate submissions.

Budget & Cost Control

• Support development and management of the transportation and logistics budget.
• Track expenses including fuel, maintenance, insurance, and vendor costs.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Risk Management & Insurance Coordination

• Partner with Risk Management on fleet insurance, claims handling, and incident reporting.
• Support investigation and documentation of accidents and safety incidents.
• Implement corrective actions to reduce risk exposure.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Tour Operations and Production teams to align transportation plans and third-party freight needs with event schedules.
• Work with HR on driver compliance, hiring processes, and employee relations.
• Coordinate with Finance on reporting, audits, and budget tracking.
• Manage relationships with external vendors including maintenance providers and logistics partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation, logistics, fleet management, or supply chain operations.
• Understanding of USDOT, FMCSA, and state/local transportation regulations.
• Capable of managing a team and coordinating multi-site operations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting touring operations (sports, entertainment, or live events).
• Familiarity with IFTA reporting and multi-state fuel or weight-mile tax compliance.
• Experience with ELD systems (e.g., Motive) and fleet management tools.
• Background in safety programs and compliance management.

***SALARY RANGE IS $65,000 - $75,000, DEPENDENT ON EXPREINCE***

***PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH PROCEEDING WITH COMPENSTATION RANGE NOTED ABOVE***

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