Director of Transportation

Duties

• Oversee all Transportation operations at all locations
• Plan, develop and implement transportation strategies and initiatives
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and programs related to transportation
• Provide leadership and direction to all transportation staff
• Negotiate and coordinate contracts, services and agreements
• Supervise the daily operations of the transportation department
• Ensure compliance with DOT Safety Regulations and CSA compliance
• Collaborate with other departments and agencies to coordinate transportation services
• Evaluate and analyze transportation programs and services
• Monitor and analyze data to assess the performance of transportation initiatives
• Develop and execute truck and trailer replacement
• Dispose of old fleet/equipment
• Select and manage all vehicles for the Company
• Manage rolling stock maintenance (to include mill rolling stock)
• Oversee equipment purchases and marketing of used equipment
• Manage safety bonus programs for drivers

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in transportation or logistics planning
• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Edwards department managers
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Sound working knowledge of DOT Safety Regulations
• Understanding and management of CSA Scores