National Retail Transportation
Vice President of Drayage Operations
National Retail Transportation, Lyndhurst, New Jersey, us, 07071
Company Overview:
NRS is a leading provider of transportation & logistics services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's leading retailers and manufacturers for 60+ years. Our innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office, the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push boundaries in the logistics industry.
Join our team at NRS, Inc. and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional transportation and logistics services while optimizing HR operations. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are committed to providing our employees with a positive work environment and opportunities for growth and development. Apply now and be a part of our success story!
Job Overview:
The Vice President of Transportation will work with key stakeholders including safety, recruiting, maintenance, finance, and business development to drive service growth and margin improvement. He/she will enforce key metrics to provide visibility into transportation performance and lead, develop, and train transportation and logistics personnel. The position involves participation in key supply chain and industry forums, developing proposals, and building customer solutions. Additionally, it will oversee and ensure transportation-related operations comply with rules and regulations for all applicable safety and regulatory agencies. You will be tasked with providing transportation performance reviews and analysis, as well as monitoring and coordinating the transportation RFP process. This multifaceted role requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and leadership skills to drive the company's drayage operations forward.
Duties and responsibilities:
P&L responsibilities for all drayage operations.
Responsible for operating efficiencies, revenues, and safety.
Execute planned growth in existing port drayage operations as well as new locations.
Customer support.
Knowledge contract terms by customer.
Develop proposals and build customer solutions.
Qualifications:
Bachelors’ degree, advanced degree preferred.
15 + years’ experience in Transportation and Logistics.
Experience in managing union and non-union labor.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing Logistics Operations, in a highly seasonal / variable volume business.
Deep knowledge of transportation terms, pricing, network design, and consolidation.
Direct experience with TMS and / or other enterprises systems including telematics.
Strong project management skills.
Strong Analytical skills.
Strong communication skills and direct contact with clients.
Experience managing 250+ power units.
Experience with non-asset 3PL / brokerage functions
EEO Statement:
NRS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $200,000.00 - $230,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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NRS is a leading provider of transportation & logistics services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's leading retailers and manufacturers for 60+ years. Our innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office, the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push boundaries in the logistics industry.
Join our team at NRS, Inc. and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional transportation and logistics services while optimizing HR operations. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are committed to providing our employees with a positive work environment and opportunities for growth and development. Apply now and be a part of our success story!
Job Overview:
The Vice President of Transportation will work with key stakeholders including safety, recruiting, maintenance, finance, and business development to drive service growth and margin improvement. He/she will enforce key metrics to provide visibility into transportation performance and lead, develop, and train transportation and logistics personnel. The position involves participation in key supply chain and industry forums, developing proposals, and building customer solutions. Additionally, it will oversee and ensure transportation-related operations comply with rules and regulations for all applicable safety and regulatory agencies. You will be tasked with providing transportation performance reviews and analysis, as well as monitoring and coordinating the transportation RFP process. This multifaceted role requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and leadership skills to drive the company's drayage operations forward.
Duties and responsibilities:
P&L responsibilities for all drayage operations.
Responsible for operating efficiencies, revenues, and safety.
Execute planned growth in existing port drayage operations as well as new locations.
Customer support.
Knowledge contract terms by customer.
Develop proposals and build customer solutions.
Qualifications:
Bachelors’ degree, advanced degree preferred.
15 + years’ experience in Transportation and Logistics.
Experience in managing union and non-union labor.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing Logistics Operations, in a highly seasonal / variable volume business.
Deep knowledge of transportation terms, pricing, network design, and consolidation.
Direct experience with TMS and / or other enterprises systems including telematics.
Strong project management skills.
Strong Analytical skills.
Strong communication skills and direct contact with clients.
Experience managing 250+ power units.
Experience with non-asset 3PL / brokerage functions
EEO Statement:
NRS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $200,000.00 - $230,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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