Senior Director of Transportation

Company	C&S Wholesale Grocers
Location	Houston, TX, USA, Coppell, TX, USA, Park St, Jacksonville, FL, USA, Lakeland, FL, USA, Miami, FL, USA, Stockton, CA, USA, Hammond, LA, USA, Sacramento, CA, USA, Jacksonville, FL, USA
Salary	$Not Provided – $Not Provided
Type	Full-Time
Degrees
Experience Level	Senior, Expert or higher

Knowledge of computer systems, both PC based (MS Suite), as well as familiarity of transportation systems (Manhattan, FourKites) is preferred.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Supply Chain, with significant experience in transportation and logistics management.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and drive them to successful completion.
Demonstrated success in developing talent, implementing effective succession planning strategies, and building high-performing teams.
Strong financial acumen with a proven track record of managing significant budgets and driving P&L optimization.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Lead and optimize all store delivery activities and related transportation functions (transfers, storage pullbacks, reverse logistics, etc.) across the assigned regions, utilizing both private and third-party dedicated resources to ensure efficiency and reliability.
Develop and execute strategies focused on optimizing P&L performance, including accurate forecasting of expenses and income, and achieving annual budget targets.
Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service through consistent on-time delivery performance, proactive communication, and accurate invoicing processes.
Maintain strong alignment and collaboration between field operations, routing, and process and planning sub-functions to maximize resource utilization and consistently achieve or exceed contractual on-time delivery levels and regional goals.
Ensure regional and local leadership operates at expected levels of productivity, safety, and compliance.
Collaborate with the carrier management function to address non-dedicated third-party carrier needs, including shuttles, large capacity constraints, and surge requirements.
Serve as a knowledgeable and authoritative company representative in litigation matters related to transportation, working closely with legal counsel.