About the Company

An established, privately-owned industry leader with more than a century of operational success is seeking a Vice President of Transportation to lead a complex, multi-site transportation network across the Southeastern United States. This organization has built its reputation on exceptional customer service, operational reliability, and strong employee relationships. With a significant transportation footprint and a leadership team focused on continuous improvement, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact while helping shape the future of a critical business function. The company has operated for over 100 years and continues to expand its regional presence through innovation, customer-focused service, and operational excellence.

About the Role

As Vice President of Transportation, you will serve as the organization's transportation subject matter expert, partnering closely with executive leadership and operational teams to improve efficiency, safety, compliance, fleet utilization, and service performance across multiple business units.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide transportation operations and fleet management strategy.
• Develop transportation capacity plans that support business growth and customer demand.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, service, efficiency, and cost control.
• Partner with executive leadership to establish transportation goals, KPIs, and long-term operational strategies.
• Serve as the primary transportation advisor to senior leadership.
• Oversee approximately 200 transportation assets, including: 130+ power units & 70+ trailers
• Direct fleet purchasing, leasing, rental agreements, and vendor negotiations.
• Analyze transportation costs and fleet performance metrics to identify savings opportunities.
• Compliance & Safety
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and transportation regulations.
• Establish and maintain best practices related to transportation safety and risk management.
• Lead initiatives that improve fleet safety performance and regulatory compliance.
• Translate transportation policies into effective day-to-day operational execution.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of transportation, logistics, or fleet leadership experience within a private fleet
• Experience managing transportation operations across multiple locations.
• Strong fiscal management and budgeting experience.
• 5+ years of people leadership and management experience.
• Experience managing transportation operations involving 100+ power units.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and transportation compliance requirements.
• Experience leading transportation teams, drivers, fleet personnel, and operational managers.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

Required Skills

• Experience within rendering, sanitation, agriculture, food production, industrial services, environmental services, wholesale distribution, or related industries.
• College coursework or degree in Logistics, Transportation, Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Demonstrated success implementing transportation policies and operational best practices.

Pay range and compensation package

• Pay Rate: $150k - $165k/yr Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Relocation Assistance Available (Case-by-Case)

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance Available Day One
• Company covers approximately 60% of employee healthcare premiums
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO Flexibility Based on Candidate Experience and Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening and drug testing. The employer is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This position is not a remote opportunity. Candidates must be able to work onsite in the Greater Birmingham, Alabama area.