Regional Head of Drayage Operations, West Coast
Regional Head of Drayage Operations, West Coast
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Job Description
As a company we promote a culture of honesty and integrity and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family this is the place for you!
Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving storing processing and dispatching cargo so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience connections and deep expertise across different sectors industries and transportation modes means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.
Summary
The Head of California Drayage Operations is responsible for leading the execution of the Drayage Strategy and overseeing Drayage Operations in Southern California managing approximately $75 million in annual revenue. This role directs a complex multi-carrier operation in Southern California utilizing a range of capacity models including asset-based battery-electric trucks dedicated fleets independent contractors and third-party providers. The business is managed through a combination of onsite and remote teams tasked with achieving financial goals supporting daily operations improving efficiency and advancing continuous improvement and strategic initiatives. The team is comprised of approximately 130 drivers which are part of a Collective Bargining agreement along with 40 on shore resources and 30 off shore support resources. This leader is expected to ensure operational consistency optimize cost-to-serve and deliver best-in-class service in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities
- Build a strong experience and self-driven team to support strategic initiatives business growth and business management.
- Engage with Key Customers at Senior Level to strengthen relationships and ensure our vision is in sync with those of our customers.
- Ensure that Drayage activities are conducted in compliance with regulations and with the Maersk Code of Conduct.
- Engage with terminal leadership to drive optimization
- Support company sustainability initiatives by effectively operating our Electric Vehicle fleet
- Collaborate across different business units build on synergies and ensure scale is built where applicable.
- Foster good relationships with Port Operators Port Associations and industry forums.
- Represent the organization with labor relationship engagements as required
- Deliver on budgeted financial results
- Drive a safe working culture with staff and drivers
Required experience & skills
- Minimum 10 years of experience within logistics business management and leadership
- Good knowledge of Accounting/Finance
- Strong understanding of processes Transportation and/or logistics
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office
- Good level of knowledge of finance/control requirements and processes preferably through hands on experience
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive self-starter with a can-do-attitude
- Experience with leading transformation
- Strong Change management skills
Parameters for Success (key measures)
- Financial Results
- YOY Growth in line with Strategy and long-term strategy goals
- Safety Accident Frequency Ratio targets
- Customer Satisfaction Customer Satisfaction Survey
- Return of Investment
- Revenue Gross Profit EBIT
- New Business Implementation
- Overall Maersk Result Global Scorecard
- Distribution and Transportation combined result
Company Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
And more!
Pay Range:
$220000- $230000
*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Remote
Company Industry
Key Skills
- Succession Planning
- Growing Experience
- Expense Management
- Management Experience
- Rackspace
- Laboratory Management
- Senior Leadership
- Operations Management
- Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
- Taxonomy
