Confidential Hiring for Vice President of Asset-Based Operations Job at Mankato, MN Full Time

The Vice President of Assets-Based Operations will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee the operation activities of company-owned assets of a Southern Minnesota trucking company, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization. The VP will understand the business, challenges and opportunities of the trucking industry. He/she will collaboratively develop and own all activities to manage and improve fleet operations, and will build and lead a team who provide front-line support to our professional drivers. The VP must understand the needs of employees, customers and the community, and will treat all parties with dignity and respect in difficult situations and maintain a positive, service-focused mindset.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the maximization of efficiency and productivity of the operations team.
• Manage resources – financial, technical, company equipment, labor, and infrastructure – and ensure that schedules/timelines are executed in order to support business outcomes and achieve business results.
• Consider/analyze external competitive conditions.
• Maintain acute awareness of market and industry trends.
• Analyze routes, lanes, and customers to increase revenue and profits.
• Improve and/or create internal processes and procedures to increase efficiency by reviewing current processes and procedures, making recommendations, and then implementing changes as needed
• Participate in strategic planning and collaborate with other managers and staff members in order to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Responsible for overall successful operation of the team.
• Build and manage a diverse team while creating a culture that motivates people who can work in a team-based, participative, and results-oriented environment.
• Educate and oversee the competency of dispatchers in safety management practices, protocols and procedures, mentoring and accountability.
• Set clear goals and objectives for the team.
• Delegate responsibilities to subordinates and provide guidance and direction.
• Lead status update meetings with staff.
• Liaise between other members of the leadership team and subordinates.
• Evaluate subordinates, providing constructive feedback.
• Manage employee concerns through collaboration with HR.
• Address and document any disciplinary issues to include assisting in termination. Address and resolve driver issues.
• Assist in the hiring of drivers and dispatchers by being involved in the interview process.
• Work with Sales Team to improve upon revenue and profit (Realigning the network, Adjusting Lanes, etc.)
• Establish and manage highly influential, strategic relationships with external customers to create business opportunities.
• Source equipment and make recommendations for purchase.
• Oversee facilities and grounds to ensure they are properly maintained
• Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, and government regulations.
• Embrace, promote and lead continuous improvement efforts.

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in leading, building, developing, and maintaining collaborative teams at a company whose major business is commercial trucking. Class A CDL preferred.

Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in transportation management or related field, preferred. Combination of education and applicable work experience will be considered.

Strong computer application skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local fleet and safety regulatory requirements (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, etc.).

Knowledge and experience with transportation systems and technology including but not limited to: E-Logs, PeopleNet, Transportation Management Systems, etc.

Excellent executive presence with strong leadership, collaboration, analytical, influential, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Must be a strategic thinker who is results-oriented with the ability to drive continuous improvement within the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,039.00 – $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location