Senior Director of Transportation - Brokerage Expert Needed Oakland, CA
Job description
JOB TITLE: Senior Director of Transportation
REPORTS TO: VP of Transportation
COMPENSATION: $185,000 - $200,000 Annually
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ABOUT US:
We are one of the largest 3rd Party Logistics Providers currently operating on the West Coast, specializing in transportation and distribution services. We are utilizing our subject matter expertise and broad customer support to expand our service portfolio in new markets across the United States. Our aggressive growth plans require us to hire a Senior Director of Transportation with proven freight brokerage expertise, strong leadership skills and extensive transportation operational knowledge.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Senior Director of Transportation will spearhead our national freight brokerage expansion plans while also managing our existing brokerage services in California. This will involve managing a team of freight brokers in Northern California in planning and executing transportation services, scheduling negotiating buy and sell rates, field support, and equipment management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflects the essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
- Manage team of freight brokers in northern California in the planning and execution of transportation services for programmed business and spot business
- Measure performance to ensure internal operating efficiency and external customer satisfaction
- Provide subject matter expertise in developing a national OTR brokerage strategy to supplement the existing port drayage brokerage business
- Consult with the team in the development of next generation technology platforms that solidify GSC as an industry thought-leader
- Negotiate competitive buy and sell rates in support of existing company practices
- Manage and optimize the company’s fleet of assets including M&R activities
- Train and develop staff in the department in both the strategic development and tactical execution of all transportation related activities
- In conjunction with the Commercial Organization, manage client relationships and retention by ensuring the highest level of service is delivered from an operational perspective
- Identify service improvement opportunities and develop solutions that positively impact the quality of service to maintain GSC’s reputation as the “Gold Standard”
- In conjunction with the Transportation Team, understand the company’s customer satisfaction goals and ensure they are met within any program identified for implementation.
- Complete all required reports and paperwork timely and accurately
- Establish and maintain professional internal and external written and verbal communication
- In coordination with the COO and CFO, develop, implement, and monitor department budget; manage expenses within approved budget constraints
- Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop field services staff; manage schedules and workflow
- Assign duties and monitor quality of work; assure staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations
- Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively work to promote and recognize performance
- Keep up to date on overall activities of the team; identify problem areas and take corrective action as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalent strongly preferred
- Proven track record of experience in the freight brokerage industry
- At least eight years related experience or equivalent
- Demonstrated proficiency in leading teams, supervising and motivating subordinates
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work with and across all levels of management
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within a dynamic operating environment with changing priorities
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Excellent computer skills; Word, Excel, and shipping/inventory software programs (i.e. Transportation Management Systems)
- Proven leadership and business acumen skills
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically, or through other means to individuals and groups
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
- Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
- Manage and prioritize most critical tasks
- Understand and respond to a diverse population
- Occasional travel as needed to various company sites and Port facilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within a very dynamic internal and external supply chain environment
*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time*
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