VP of Transportation

NCAA Olympic & Youth Sports League – Build a Revolutionary Sports Transportation System About Us We are launching a transformational professional and youth sports league with $2.5 billion in equity capital being raised . Our mission is to revolutionize Olympic sports in America by creating a sustainable ecosystem that spans professional competition, comprehensive youth development, and world-class infrastructure. Our Scope & Scale: School Partnerships: Licensing NCAA Division I brands from 50 schools in Year 1, scaling to 300 schools by Year 6 Sports Coverage: 12 Olympic sports (soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, hockey, baseball, softball, and more) Geographic Reach: 4 regions, 200+ teams competing across the United States Competition Season: Mid-August through mid-May (9 months of continuous travel) Professional Athletes: 5,000+ professional athletes traveling for competition Youth Athletes: U17-U23 age groups (100,000+ athletes) traveling with professional teams Annual Games: 5,000+ competitive matches requiring team transportation The Transportation Challenge: Fleet Investment: $400M+ investment in proprietary transportation fleet (buses and potentially aircraft) Revenue Model: Transportation as revenue generator, not just cost center Team Travel: 200+ professional teams traveling across 4 regions continuously Integrated Model: U17-U23 youth teams traveling with professional teams Travel Volume: 50,000+ team trips annually at full scale Multi-Sport Coordination: Different travel needs for 12 sports (equipment, roster sizes, schedules) Cost Optimization: Minimize travel costs while maximizing service quality and revenue Safety & Compliance: DOT compliance, vehicle safety, driver management Operational Excellence: 99%+ on-time performance for 9-month season Geographic Coverage: Nationwide transportation network across all 50 states Year-Round Operations: Off-season maintenance, charter services, revenue optimization This is the most ambitious sports transportation operation ever built—creating a proprietary fleet that serves as both competitive advantage and revenue generator. Position Overview The VP of Transportation will be the senior executive responsible for all transportation strategy, fleet management, logistics operations, driver management, safety, and revenue optimization. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will build and operate a transportation company within a sports league—managing $400M+ in fleet assets while generating $570M+ in annual revenue. This role requires a unique combination of transportation/logistics expertise, fleet management experience, P&L responsibility, and the ability to build and scale complex operations from scratch. Compensation Package: $900,000 total compensation Base Salary: $525,000 Performance Bonus: $175,000 (target, tied to on-time performance, cost control, and revenue generation) Equity Grant: $200,000 annually (vesting over 4 years) Key Responsibilities 1. Transportation Strategy & Business Model Strategic Vision: Develop comprehensive transportation strategy that serves competitive needs while generating revenue Build vs. Charter Decision: Make strategic decision on fleet ownership vs. charter model Ownership Model: Invest $400M+ in buses and potentially aircraft Charter Model: Contract with charter companies on per-trip or seasonal basis Hybrid Model: Own core fleet, supplement with charters during peak periods Financial Analysis: Build detailed financial models comparing all options Fleet Composition: Determine optimal fleet mix Motor Coaches: Luxury buses for team travel (50+ passengers) Mini Coaches: Smaller buses for smaller teams or shorter trips (25-35 passengers) Sprinter Vans: Vans for support staff, equipment, or small groups Aircraft: Potential investment in regional jets or turboprops for long-distance travel Equipment Trucks: Specialized vehicles for transporting sports equipment Revenue Strategy: Develop strategy to generate $570M+ annually from transportation League Transportation: Revenue from professional and youth team travel Charter Services: Revenue from chartering fleet to external customers (off-season and between league trips) School Transportation: Revenue from transporting school teams, bands, groups Corporate Charter: Revenue from corporate events, conventions, business travel Tournament Shuttle Services: Revenue from championship and tournament transportation Geographic Strategy: Design network to optimize coverage and utilization across 4 regions 2. Fleet Acquisition & Management Fleet Acquisition: Lead acquisition of transportation fleet Year 1 Fleet: 100-150 motor coaches (50 teams × 2-3 buses per team cluster) Year 3 Fleet: 300-400 motor coaches Year 6 Fleet: 600-800 motor coaches (300 teams) Potential Aircraft: 10-20 aircraft if financial analysis supports Equipment Vehicles: 100+ equipment trucks and support vehicles Vehicle Selection: Select optimal vehicles for sports travel Specifications: Luxury seating, WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, luggage capacity Equipment Storage: Adequate storage for sports equipment ADA Compliance: Accessible vehicles as required Fuel Efficiency: Balance comfort with fuel economy Manufacturer Selection: Prevost, MCI, Van Hool, Setra, or other premium manufacturers Purchase vs. Lease: Determine optimal financing structure Purchase: Own vehicles outright or via financing Lease: Operating leases to preserve capital Lease-to-Own: Hybrid financing arrangements Debt Financing: Secure favorable debt terms (70% LTV, 10-year terms as indicated in financial projections) Fleet Management System: Implement comprehensive fleet management technology Vehicle tracking and telematics (GPS, diagnostics) Maintenance management Driver assignment and scheduling Fuel management Compliance tracking Financial management and P&L by vehicle 3. Logistics & Operations Travel Scheduling: Coordinate all team travel across 12 sports and 200+ teams Trip Planning: Optimize travel routes and schedules Departure Times: Coordinate with game schedules (typically travel day before games) Route Optimization: Most efficient routes balancing time and cost Rest Stops: Plan driver rest breaks per DOT regulations Overnight Trips: Hotel coordination for multi-day trips Return Travel: Post-game departure timing Multi-Sport Coordination: Manage different travel needs by sport Equipment Requirements: Different sports have vastly different equipment needs Roster Sizes: Teams range from 15-30+ players plus coaches and staff Travel Frequency: Some sports travel weekly, others less frequently Distance Patterns: Regional vs. cross-country travel by sport and schedule Youth Integration: Coordinate U17-U23 youth team travel with professional teams Combined Travel: Youth teams travel with or immediately before/after pro teams Cost Allocation: Fair allocation of costs between pro and youth programs Supervision: Ensure proper supervision and safety for minors Equipment Logistics: Specialized equipment transportation Pre-Positioning: Send equipment ahead for some sports Equipment Trucks: Dedicated vehicles for bulky equipment (hockey, baseball, etc.) Security: Protect valuable equipment during transport Real-Time Operations: 24/7 operations center managing active trips Live Tracking: Monitor all vehicles in real-time Issue Resolution: Respond immediately to breakdowns, delays, emergencies Communication: Maintain contact with drivers, teams, venues Contingency Plans: Backup plans for vehicle failures or weather delays 4. Driver Recruitment & Management Driver Workforce: Build and manage professional driver workforce Driver Recruitment: Recruit qualified commercial drivers Year 1: 200-300 drivers Year 3: 600-800 drivers Year 6: 1,200-1,500 drivers Qualifications: CDL Class B (buses) or Class A (large vehicles), clean driving record, passenger endorsement Experience: Professional coach/bus driving experience preferred Driver Compensation: Competitive compensation to attract and retain quality drivers Base Pay: Annual salary or hourly rates competitive with charter bus industry Mileage Pay: Additional pay per mile driven Per Diem: Daily allowance for overnight trips Benefits: Health insurance, 401k, paid time off Performance Bonuses: Bonuses for safety, on-time performance, customer satisfaction Driver Training: Comprehensive training program Safety Training: Defensive driving, vehicle operation, emergency procedures Customer Service: Working with athletes, coaches, and youth Sports Travel Specifics: Understanding sports schedules, equipment handling Compliance Training: DOT regulations, hours of service, log books Technology Training: Fleet management systems, GPS, communication tools Driver Scheduling: Optimize driver schedules and assignments Hours of Service: Comply with DOT hours of service regulations (11 hours driving, 14 hours on-duty) Home Time: Ensure drivers get adequate home time Route Preferences: Consider driver preferences where possible Team Assignments: Assign drivers to regular teams for consistency Driver Performance: Monitor and improve driver performance Safety Metrics: Accidents, incidents, violations, vehicle condition On-Time Performance: Pickup and delivery timeliness Customer Satisfaction: Feedback from teams and passengers Fuel Efficiency: Monitor driving behaviors that impact fuel costs Compliance: Hours of service compliance, inspections 5. Safety & Compliance Safety First: Maintain highest safety standards in all operations DOT Compliance: Full compliance with Department of Transportation regulations Commercial Vehicle Regulations: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) Hours of Service: Electronic logging devices (ELDs) and HOS compliance Vehicle Inspections: Pre-trip and post-trip inspections, annual inspections Drug & Alcohol Testing: DOT-required testing program for all drivers Driver Qualification Files: Maintain complete DQ files for all drivers Safety Ratings: Maintain Satisfactory or better DOT safety rating State Compliance: Comply with state-specific transportation regulations Operating Authority: Interstate and intrastate operating authority in all 50 states Registration: Vehicle registration and licensing in all operating states Insurance Requirements: Meet state-specific insurance minimums Permits: Special permits for oversized vehicles or specific routes Vehicle Safety: Comprehensive vehicle safety program Preventive Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance per manufacturer recommendations Safety Inspections: Regular safety inspections beyond DOT requirements Recalls & Service Bulletins: Monitor and address all vehicle recalls Safety Equipment: First aid kits, fire extinguishers, emergency exits, safety equipment Telematics: Monitor vehicle systems and driver behavior for safety Youth Safety: Additional safety measures for youth passengers Background Checks: All drivers undergo comprehensive background checks Youth Protection Training: SafeSport training for drivers transporting youth Supervision Requirements: Ensure proper coach/chaperone supervision Emergency Protocols: Specific protocols for emergencies involving minors Emergency Response: Comprehensive emergency response plans Accident Procedures: Clear procedures for accidents and incidents 24/7 Emergency Line: Hotline for emergencies and urgent issues Crisis Management: Plans for major incidents or disasters Insurance Claims: Efficient claims management and investigation 6. Maintenance & Facility Operations Maintenance Strategy: Preventive maintenance program maximizing uptime Maintenance Facilities: Network of maintenance facilities Regional Hubs: 4 major maintenance facilities (one per region) Satellite Locations: Additional service locations for minor repairs and cleaning Partner Network: Relationships with authorized service centers nationwide Maintenance Program: Comprehensive maintenance schedule Daily Inspections: Pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections by drivers Weekly Service: Weekly cleaning and basic maintenance Mileage-Based Service: Service intervals per manufacturer specs (e.g., oil changes every 15,000 miles) Annual Inspections: DOT annual inspection and certification Seasonal Preparation: Winter/summer preparation (tire changes, heating/cooling system checks) Maintenance Team: Skilled technicians maintaining fleet ASE Certified Technicians: Certified mechanics for complex repairs Service Technicians: General maintenance and repairs Detailing Staff: Vehicle cleaning and appearance Parts Management: Inventory management for common parts Fleet Uptime: Maximize vehicle availability Target: 95%+ Fleet Availability: Vehicles available for scheduled trips Minimize Downtime: Efficient repairs and preventive maintenance Backup Fleet: Reserve vehicles for coverage during maintenance Mobile Service: Mobile maintenance units for roadside repairs 7. Financial Management & P&L P&L Ownership: Full P&L responsibility for transportation operations Revenue Management: Optimize revenue from multiple sources League Transportation: Professional and youth team contracts Charter Services: External charter revenue Ancillary Revenue: Fuel surcharges, waiting time fees, cancellation fees Dynamic Pricing: Price optimization based on demand, distance, seasonality Cost Management: Control and optimize operating costs Fuel Costs: Major cost driver—implement fuel hedging, efficiency programs Driver Costs: Labor costs (wages, benefits, overtime) Maintenance Costs: Preventive maintenance, repairs, parts Insurance: Vehicle insurance, liability insurance, cargo insurance Financing Costs: Debt service on fleet financing Facilities: Maintenance facilities, parking, offices Technology: Fleet management systems, dispatch software, telematics Administration: Back-office support, management overhead Financial #J-18808-Ljbffr Turning Stone Enterprises