Senior Director of Transportation

A leading organization is seeking a Senior Director of Transportation to provide strategic leadership for fleet operations, transportation networks, logistics execution, and transportation governance. This role is responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide transportation strategies that improve asset utilization, operational efficiency, safety performance, and service reliability. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with extensive fleet and logistics experience, strong business acumen, and a passion for operational excellence.ResponsibilitiesTransportation Strategy & Fleet OperationsLead the development and execution of enterprise transportation and fleet strategies.Drive initiatives focused on improving fleet utilization, operational efficiency, reliability, and service performance.Establish transportation standards, governance processes, and operational best practices across multiple locations.Oversee transportation network optimization and route efficiency initiatives.Fleet Performance & Asset ManagementDevelop and maintain fleet reliability programs focused on maximizing equipment uptime and reducing lifecycle costs.Lead fleet replacement planning and long-term capital investment strategies.Utilize data, analytics, telematics, and reporting tools to improve asset performance and utilization.Drive continuous improvement through KPI tracking and performance management.Safety, Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure transportation operations comply with applicable safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.Partner with operational leaders to promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.Support incident reduction initiatives and transportation risk management programs.Supplier & Logistics ManagementPartner with procurement teams on sourcing strategies, fleet acquisitions, and transportation service agreements.Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships to improve service quality, reliability, and cost performance.Evaluate internal and external transportation solutions to optimize service and cost efficiency.Financial & Operational LeadershipLead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities for transportation operations.Identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining service, safety, and operational objectives.Monitor transportation performance, productivity, asset utilization, and operating costs.Support strategic planning activities related to fleet growth, operational scalability, and infrastructure requirements.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with operations, customer service, sustainability, procurement, and finance teams to align transportation strategies with broader business objectives.Support implementation of new technologies, transportation systems, and process improvements.Serve as a key transportation leader across the organization, providing guidance and operational expertise.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.10+ years of experience in transportation, fleet management, logistics, or related operations.5+ years of leadership experience managing large-scale transportation or fleet operations.Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, safety programs, and fleet maintenance best practices.Experience managing multi-site operations, transportation networks, and asset-intensive environments.Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.Experience with fleet management systems, telematics, transportation management systems, and route optimization tools.Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.