Director of Transportation

Edwards Wood Products Director of Transportation is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all aspects of transportation operations, including developing and executing strategies to improve safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This role will oversee the daily operations of the transportation department processes and procedures, develop policies and coordinate with all Edwards production departments to ensure the safe and timely delivery of our finished products. This position will manage all team members to include transportation safety, departmental dispatch managers, supervisors, administrative personnel and truck and trailer shop employees at all Edwards locations and will have excellent management, organizational, and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of the regulations and laws related to transportation operations. The Director is also responsible for developing and maintaining a productive working relationship with key department managers within Edwards Wood Products network. 

Duties

•    Oversee all Transportation operations at all locations

•    Plan, develop and implement transportation strategies and initiatives

•    Develop and implement policies, procedures and programs related to transportation

•    Provide leadership and direction to all transportation staff

•    Negotiate and coordinate contracts, services and agreements

•    Supervise the daily operations of the transportation department

•    Ensure compliance with DOT Safety Regulations and CSA compliance 

•    Collaborate with other departments and agencies to coordinate transportation services

•    Evaluate and analyze transportation programs and services

•    Monitor and analyze data to assess the performance of transportation initiatives

•    Develop and implement performance metrics

•    Development and execution of truck and trailer replacement

•    Disposal of old fleet/equipment

•    Vendor selection and management of all vehicles for the Company

•    Manage rolling stock maintenance (to include mill rolling stock)

•    Oversee equipment purchases and marketing of used equipment

•    Manage safety bonus programs for drivers

Skills

•    Leadership – Ability to make sound decisions and inspire others to do well

•    Organizational – Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects

•    Strategic Planning – Ability to think analytically and strategically

•    Data Analysis – Proficient in project management software

•    Communication – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications

•    Minimum of five years of experience in transportation or logistics planning

•    Bachelors Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is preferred

•    Ability to collaborate effectively with Edwards department managers

•    Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

•    Sound working knowledge of DOT Safety Regulations 

•    Understanding and management of CSA Scores

For more information, please contact Michelle Medlin at 704-624-3607 or michellemedlin@ewpi.com