Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct the search for a Director of Transportation on behalf of our incredible client, a scaling industry leader in the logistics solutions space! This full-time position is for immediate hire and operates from our client’s location in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Director of Transportation (DoT) is responsible for all final mile freight operations within North America and will serve as a key thought leader and cross-departmental collaborator regarding all strategic and tactical operations within a rapidly growing, revolutionary start-up! The DoT recognizes current obstacles within the logistics and supply chain industry and possesses an affinity for the efficient articulation and execution of results-oriented solutions!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the Transportation team regarding all strategic and tactical aspects of the business.
• Meet and significantly exceed all company directed KPI’s around speed, cost and quality in order to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Understand market direction and identify shifting trends to set priorities in collaboration with key partners, using benchmarking across industry and internal standards.
• Provide guidance to the Finance team regarding transportation budgets and forecasts, including the identification of key areas of opportunities or risks.
• Design and lead transportation optimization projects and implement value-added services.
• Seek out and evaluate new transportation opportunities by providing in-depth analysis, cost modeling and financial impacts.
• Support external and internal stakeholders with detailed cost and performance analysis for transportation solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, Transportation, and/or Logistics.
• 3-5 years’ experience in managing gig workers/Independent Contractors highly preferred.
• LEAN Operational Excellence background with a demonstrated ability to execute multiple projects systematically and simultaneously.
• Flexibility and desire to succeed in a high pressure, constantly changing work environment are essential to this role!
• Robust approach to problem solving with an excitement to drive company growth and improvement!
• Proven success within E-commerce or small parcel shipping industries preferred.
• Strong analytical skillset and acumen for data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling in a logistics and supply chain setting.
• Technical knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SQL, Access and other modeling tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong presentation skills!
• Ability to travel up to 15%, as needed.

Compensation and Benefits:

This role provides a competitive base salary (DOE) as well as a robust and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, HSA, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k)!

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, submit your application (attaching your resume and cover letter) in MS Word through: www.scionstaffing.com/job/7593

About Our Firm:

Scion Staffing is a top staffing agency and executive search firm, connecting leading companies and organizations with impeccable talent. Through our innovative team building and staffing solutions, we bridge the gap in temporary staffing, as well as contract-to-hire employment, contingent search, and executive searches. 

Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent.