Director of Transportation - Fleet & Freight Payment North America

A Place Where People Matter. Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. The Director of Transportation - Fleet & Freight Payment North America will analyze external logistics and transportation networks to reduce overall transportation costs for operations in North America. They will develop process for improvement and integration of internal supply chain as it relates to logistics and transportation work processes as well as coordinate the implementation of logistics and transportation strategies/systems along with the Sr. Director of Transportation and their team. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Monitor and manage Regional Logistics Managers (RLMs) and their specific job functions. Develop knowledge of the current TMS systems, as well as new systems that get rolled out, and be able to develop training strategies to train region users on system functionality and to ensure effective use of these tools for daily transportation planning. Assist in the development and implementation of supply chain models for improvements of logistics and transportation network throughout the region. Work with RLMs to identify opportunity lanes for improved service, capacity and/or rates with external carriers. Work with RLMs to improve fleet utilization by driving cost of private fleet usage down through effective order planning, driver efficiency, and overall performance management. Work with Customer Service, MPUs and Sales teams on how to maximize gross margin through effective transportation spend management through process and system execution. Assist in development of regional metric data on internal /external transportation costs. Assist in coordinating expense control programs for logistics and transportation leveraging TMS systems and expense management tools. Assist corporate Transportation team in negotiating freight rates as needed. Work with RLMs and Corporate Fleet Mgr. to identify and optimize low utilization fleet assets in local branches. Work with RLMs to improve DOT compliance. Travel up to 35%. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 5-7 years of experience in operations.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Leadership experience in large organizations. Proficient using PC based packages such as Access, Excel, and PowerPoint. In-depth knowledge of the chemical distribution industry and facility operation. Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc. Familiar with local, state and federal laws as they apply to our operations. Strong analytical skills and presentation/recommendation skills to review supply chain practices and recommend improvements. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload. Strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels within the organization. Must be able to use tact, understanding and initiative. Ability to recommend strategies and to translate strategies into tactics. Complete knowledge distribution systems, and familiarity with company accounting policies. Good analytical skills and problem-solving ability based on qualitative analysis and real-world experience. Ability to translate long term objectives into implementation plans WHERE YOU'LL WORK: This position will be based out of The Woodlands, TX PAY & BENEFITS: The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Strong work/life flexibility To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA Competitive pay and benefits Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employeessupport our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!We offer a Total Rewards packagethat includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering tosupport our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutionsfor the world around us so that we can do our part tohelp keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. 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