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Forward Air Vice President, Expedite in Dallas, Texas
Company Overview:
Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean and ground services, including supplemental services for enterprises dependent on the efficient movement of high value freight. Omni Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forward Air, a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada and Mexico. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first- and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs.
Position: Vice President, Expedite
Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated leader to join our team as the Vice President of Expedite. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and driving the success of Millhouse, our Expedite division, managing a team of +350 employees in the US and internationally. Your leadership will play a crucial role in ensuring commercial success, operational excellence, compliance, employee development, and collaborative problem-solving.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Lead and inspire a team of employees across multiple locations
Lead commercial sales and account management of our Expedite division
Collaborate with other leaders on commercial strategy to grow business through direct client relationships
Meet or exceed targets for sales revenue, sales profit, budget objectives, etc.
Actively coach, motivate, hire, train, and manage performance of the teams towards high accountability, performance, and engaged workforce
Establish budgets and manage Profit and Loss (P&L) to meet or exceed budgeted targets
Collaborate with executive leadership to align operational strategies with overall business objectives
Ensure all operations comply with state, federal, and international regulations and governing bodies
Analyze data to identify trends and draw conclusions to develop collaborative solutions for all stakeholders
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
Proven leadership experience in managing large-scale freight and logistics operations
In-depth knowledge of expedited processes, regulations, and industry best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and be a self-motivated problem solver
Demonstrated success in budget management and achieving financial targets
Ability and willingness to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals
Ability to develop sales plans that are future-oriented, support business strategy and reflect understanding of emerging, as well as existing, opportunities and markets
Demonstrated ability to manage internal relationships and external partnerships
Experience translating data into meaningful insights to close business and build credibility
Proficiency with Microsoft applications and programs
10 years of experience in the sales of transportation and distribution systems, and a general understanding of
Expedite, LTL, Truckload, Intermodal, highway operations, contract logistics and supply chain processes
Experience in logistics sales and sales management, preferably sustaining and growing a portfolio of transportation products of at least $25 million per year
Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate fellow team members and work in a collaborative fashion with the highest integrity
Ability to always be a highly professional representative of the company, including protecting company confidentiality around current and future business strategies
Expert-level analytical, organizational and communication skills
Must possess a valid driver's license
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary
Two weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays
Company provided life insurance
Health, vision, and dental insurance options
Commuter benefit plan
Optional supplemental life insurance
401(k)
Wellness program
A great place to work with a terrific culture
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