Director, Logistics

About This Role

This director-level position sets the strategic vision and execution for supply chain logistics within the organization. The role suits an experienced leader in transportation and distribution who can manage a private fleet, optimize routing, and enhance customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage private fleet transportation, dispatching, and technology
• Directly oversee Centralized Transportation managers and coordinators at 4 locations
• Functionally oversee Dispatchers across the multi-location national branch network
• Enhance routing optimization management functional expertise
• Directly manage manual route planning
• Manage capacity and demand planning
• Strategically source purchased transportation
• Enhance customer experience through on-time delivery and proper communication
• Improve in-house productivity through enhanced route planning and customer data management
• Operate a KPI-driven organization
• Design and change systems
• Integrate Mergers and Acquisitions into the logistics network
• Administer and report on TMS
• Focus on carrier safety, compliance, and contract negotiation
• Manage multimodal carriers
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasting
• Provide industry analysis and reporting based on market trends
• Apply knowledge of DOT regulations such as Hours of Service and legal weight limits
• Report executive-level KPIs: volume, performance, and compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accountability in transportation, distribution, and supply chain management
• Experience with centralized logistics organizations
• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
• High degree of attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and written, with a professional demeanor

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off, including company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement savings plan with company match

Important Details

• Equipment Used: Computer, telephone, electronic office equipment, Salesforce, MS Office Suite, SAP

About the Company

WillScot is North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, helping customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company employs nearly 5,000 people and focuses on investing in employee growth and giving back to communities.