Job Description

JOB STATEMENT: The Director of Transportation Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight into all transportation activities within the organization’s trucking and distribution network. This role is responsible for developing and executing operational strategies that ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods. With a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and sustainability, the Director ensures transportation operations meet both business objectives and California state requirements while driving continuous improvement and excellence across the department.

Essential FUNCTIONS:

Transportation Strategy & Operations

• Leverage experience and knowledge of Lytx and GeoTab systems to enhance fleet visibility, improve driver performance, optimize routing, and support data-driven decision-making for operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with DOT qualifications and regulatory standards , including FMCSA, CARB, and EPA requirements, by overseeing audits, driver certifications, hours-of-service, and safety protocols.
• Develop and execute transportation strategies that align with corporate objectives, integrating logistics, fleet management, and compliance initiatives to deliver safe, cost-effective, and sustainable operations.

Transportation Management

• Oversee vehicle lifecycle planning, maintenance programs, and sustainability initiatives to maximize asset utilization and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Drive process improvements, adopt emerging transportation technologies, and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure service excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage capacity planning, labor utilization, and space optimization.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, lead, and mentor logistics, warehouse, and transportation teams.
• Drive a culture of accountability, safety, and performance excellence.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, MFSCA and other relevant state and federal regulations.
• Mitigate operational risk through proactive safety programs, accident response planning, and continuous monitoring of driver performance using tools such as Lytx and GeoTab.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Develop and manage transportation budgets, including cost forecasting, fuel usage, maintenance expenses, and vendor contracts, to ensure financial accountability and cost optimization.
• Oversee performance reporting and analytics, tracking KPIs such as cost per mile, on-time delivery, fleet utilization, and safety metrics to support executive decision-making and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of California-specific transportation, labor, and safety regulations.
• Proven success in managing multi-site logistics or high-volume distribution centers.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and operational execution
• Leadership and talent development
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Change management and continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Skills:

• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
• Experience with sustainability programs and California environmental standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and operate in warehouse and office environments.
• Must be able to travel within California up to 25% of the time to Southern California, 75% time in Northern California.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Limited noise level
• Indoor climate

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