We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Safety & Risk Analytics to lead our safety and risk analytics initiatives within the trucking industry. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven ability to manage large teams drive performance through KPIs and deliver data-driven insights to improve safety outcomes and mitigate risk.
The ideal candidate brings a unique blend of strong leadership advanced analytical capabilities and deep industry knowledge in trucking.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Proven experience managing teams within safety risk or data analytics functions. Strong ability to provide coaching mentorship and strategic direction.
- KPI & Performance Management: Design implement and oversee key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive safety outcomes operational performance and risk mitigation. Ensure team adherence to metrics and performance targets.
- Data Strategy & Reporting: Develop and execute data strategies to support risk analysis compliance monitoring and safety program effectiveness. Manage dashboards reporting tools and analytics platforms.
- Risk & Safety Program Oversight: Partner with operations and compliance teams to evaluate risk identify trends and develop proactive safety measures specific to trucking operations.
- Industry Expertise: Utilize knowledge of trucking regulations safety standards and industry best practices to guide decision-making and strategy development.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with departments including operations legal compliance and HR to align on safety goals and risk protocols.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement through data feedback loops and structured safety processes.
Required Qualifications:
- Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role managing 10 direct reports. Proven ability to build motivate and scale teams.
- Data & Analytics Expertise: High proficiency in data science business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau) SQL and statistical analysis. Experience leading reporting and analytics teams is essential.
- Trucking Industry Experience: Strong understanding of DOT regulations FMCSA compliance and trucking-specific risk/safety protocols.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with telematics ELD data and predictive risk modeling in transportation.
- Experience working in fast-paced scaling logistics or transportation environments.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.