Director, Area Operations- Dry Bulk US West

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's an industry disruptor with a remarkable 80-year legacy of safely delivering products that improve people’s lives across North America. 

Our workplace culture is centered on being safe, respectful, innovative and inclusive. We are committed to maintaining a rewarding work environment that allows employees to experience new opportunities and build their chosen careers. Across the company, we encourage open communication, champion integrity, celebrate individuality and cultivate diverse talents and perspectives. If you’re ready for a challenge that will help drive forward an industry leading team, we invite you to begin your journey with us.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for:

• Developing and growing the profitability of multiple branches in a geographical area;
• Finding continuous improvement in efficiencies to achieve financial targets;
• Leading Terminal Managers in their area;
• P&L responsibility for their area;
• Assisting truckline operations to meet to exceed the service performance requirements of eternal customers; Setting and achieving 4DX commitments and targets; with a strong focus on operational efficiency and cost management—particularly within key cost buckets.
• Overseeing and regulating the day-to-day operations in their area;
• Developing and preparing operation plans, programs, budgets and forecasts;
• Ensuring the most effective utilization of facilities, equipment and manpower using continuous improvement tools;
• Creating and maintaining positive relations with our customers; and
• Establishing and maintaining the necessary operational systems and procedures and maintain limitations and controls.

SKILLS

• Proven track record of group leadership and commitment to quality.
• An entrepreneurial business orientation and a demonstrated achievement in bottom-line results.
• A strategic visionary with commercial skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus.
• A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions.
• Identifies and resolves problems proactively and in a timely manner.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote safety, quality, and profitability.
• Proficiency using software in a Windows environment.
• An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with drafting, interpreting, and implementing contracts.
• Delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations, monitors delegated activities, and holds people accountable.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Requires a minimum of five (5) years of management/operations experience in the transportation business.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

We invest in our employee’s growth through training and development programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and many more health and wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and company holidays
• Paid time off for volunteer activities to help give back to our communities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to achieve your educational goals
• Continuous learning and career development

• We make safety a part of every decision
• We make safety personal
• We have the courage to intervene