Vice President of Transportation Greater Boston, MA Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Transportation to lead the strategy and performance of a national transportation network. Responsibilities include overseeing multi-site private fleet operations, route planning and dispatch, network design, fleet and capital planning, and third-party carrier partnerships. The role will manage budgets and operational metrics, strengthen safety and regulatory compliance, and use technology and data to improve efficiency, costs, and customer service. The leader will develop transportation teams, standardize best practices, lead continuous improvement, and collaborate across functions to support business growth. Candidates should have at least 10 years of progressive transportation or logistics leadership experience, including five years leading multi-site private fleet operations and five years of transportation budget or P&L ownership. Required expertise includes route optimization, network redesign, carrier management, transportation safety and regulatory compliance, financial analysis, and transportation systems and data tools. Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, change-management, and people-development skills are essential. A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field is required, or equivalent education and experience; experience in wholesale distribution and temperature-controlled transportation, and an advanced degree, are preferred.

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