Operations Director
2 days ago
Jacksonville
Join ATS Logistics as our next Operations Director and play a mission-critical role in fueling our growth and shaping the future of our business! We're looking for a bold, strategic leader who thrives on turning vision into action with annual earning potential up to $150,000+ while supporting operational strategies into real-world results. In this dynamic role, you will drive margin and revenue growth, champion operational excellence, and lead high-performing teams across your assigned divisions. You'll be at the forefront of planning and executing operational strategies that boost performance, elevate service quality, and unlock new levels of efficiency and productivity. With full P&L ownership, you'll influence key business decisions and deliver measurable impact—guiding teams, improving processes, and continuously raising the bar. If you're energized by growth, motivated by results, and ready to lead transformative operational success, we want you on our team. The Work That Moves Us Forward: Logistics Operations • Lead daily logistics operations to boost speed, efficiency, and performance., • Maximize revenue and margin by optimizing resources and top-tier carrier partnerships., • Oversee contracts, load postings, and carrier data with precision and agility., • Drive risk mitigation, claims support, and pricing collaboration across the business., • Champion powerful customer partnerships and elevate every interaction., • Collaborate across divisions to deliver outstanding, reliable service., • Drive continuous improvement in technology, quality, efficiency, and team productivity., • Proactively spot issues and implement solutions that enhance processes, profitability, and the customer experience., • Partner with leaders to build policies, procedures, and goals aligned with company priorities., • Ensure full compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational standards., • Shape and influence the group's strategic direction., • Coach, mentor, and motivate teams to deliver outstanding performance., • Oversee training and incentive programs, driving improvements and effectiveness., • Foster a culture of continuous growth and professional development., • Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience, plus 7+ years in commercial transportation with strong operations and logistics expertise., • Leadership Strength: 5+ years leading teams and driving operational and financial performance., • Business & Analytical Skills: Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data, solve problems quickly, and make sound decisions., • Agility & Execution: Highly adaptable, thrives under pressure, embraces change, and delivers results., • People Leadership: Proven success in coaching, developing, and motivating teams to high performance., • Organization & Prioritization: Exceptional ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Strategic Mindset: Self-motivated, forward-thinking leader who anticipates needs and drives continuous improvement., • Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and online research tools., • Communication Excellence: Strong presentation, writing, listening, and verbal communication skills., • Values-Driven: Demonstrates a proactive commitment to ATS's corporate values and the success of our people, • Competitive base salary plus rewarding monthly performance incentive opportunity, • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, long/short-term disability, 401(k), PTO, & more!, • Tools, technology, and support, • Ongoing professional training & development Compensation & Benefits • Total cash compensation range of this position is $70,000 to $150,000+ which includes a base salary range starting at $65,000 - $80,000+ plus position-specific incentive. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work. In addition to the base salary, employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which can vary depending on individual and/or company performance. Founded in 1955, Anderson Trucking Service, Inc. (ATS) is a leading global transportation and logistics company headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota. With over 70 years of experience behind us, ATS has expanded into a powerful community of professional drivers, and dedicated employees who keep our mission moving forward. At ATS, our core values of integrity, determination, responsibility, innovation, and excellence are the foundation of everything we do, including our approach to employee development. We believe in investing in our people, rewarding hard work and ambition with real opportunities to advance in your career. If you're looking for a fulfilling career path instead of "just a job," ATS could be the place for you.