Director of Transportation Job at Morgan Latif | B Corp™, Grand Forks, ND

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  • Morgan Latif | B Corp™
  • Grand Forks, ND

Job Description

Morgan Latif is a specialist leadership search & development consultancy. We help our clients across the Medical & Dental Technology, Packaging, Consumer, E-mobility, and Industrial Technology sectors to deliver on their transformation and diversity goals. Our mission is to combine traditional recruitment and coaching methods with new technology, to provide a tailored and innovative solution to our clients and candidates.

Purpose of the Role: The Director of Transportation is responsible for setting up, overseeing and managing all transportation activities to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. This role involves strategic planning, execution of transportation plans, and maintaining relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Setup and Planning

  • Establish all transportation-related systems, tools, and processes to prepare for operational launch in 2028.
  • Lead the recruitment and development of a high-performing transportation team.

Vendor & Contract Management

  • Negotiate and manage contracts with external transportation providers, including railroads, trucking firms, and leasing companies.

Operational Readiness & Execution

  • Oversee day-to-day execution of transportation plans post-launch, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods.
  • Coordinate closely with production teams to integrate transportation with production schedules.

Cost & Efficiency Optimization

  • Develop and monitor budgets, implement cost-saving measures, and lead efficiency improvement initiatives.

Forecasting & Reporting

  • Build forecasting models to anticipate transportation needs and provide regular performance reports and insights to senior leadership.

Technology & Systems Implementation

  • Lead the selection and implementation of transportation management software (TMS) and related tools, ensuring effective adoption and integration.

Ad Hoc Projects

  • Take ownership of transportation and supply chain-related projects during the start-up phase to support overall business readiness.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree (MBA or MSc in Supply Chain) is a strong asset.
  • Extensive experience in senior-level transportation management within industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Proven track record of setting up transportation functions for greenfield or start-up operations.
  • Strong expertise in vendor negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization strategies.
  • Hands-on experience implementing transportation management software (TMS) and related digital tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and align transportation strategy with business goals.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and make strategic decisions.
  • Willingness to be based in North Dakota and travel as required.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead the transportation function of a major industrial operation from the ground up. If you thrive in a dynamic, build-from-scratch environment and are ready to play a pivotal role in a business poised for significant growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to help lay the groundwork for one of the most exciting new ventures in food & beverage manufacturing.

We are looking forward to your application!

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