Senior Transportation Director
1 month ago
About American Iron & Metal
We are a family-owned company and a global leader in the metal recycling industry, with over 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. Our dedication to our employees and customers has enabled us to prosper for eight decades.
Our Business
We have evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.
Our Mission
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.
Job Description
The Senior Transportation Director, Rail will lead the domestic transportation department (road and rail) working closely with sales, operational, and administrative teams. The director will coach and mentor a team of professionals, focusing on sustaining superior customer service and performance while AIM experiences significant industry growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise rail fleet operations teams, mentor, and develop a network of service providers within North America.
- General management and strategic review for the railway transportation department (2500 company-owned railcars).
- Oversee optimal utilization of company assets while ensuring sales orders are fulfilled strategically.
- Troubleshoot service failures and develop solutions.
- Lead rate and service negotiations with current and new rail service providers.
- Develop and implement KPIs and controls.
- Act as the railway transportation advisor to commercial and operational managers, as well as other department heads and upper management.
- Initiate periodic meetings with service providers and internal customers, developing and maintaining strong and sustainable relationships.
- Ensure the commercial department is up-to-date with accurate and current railway information and forecasts.
Additional Responsibilities
- Execute contracts with 3rd-party trucking vendors.
- Assist in developing new network or relationships with vendors.
- Carry out special projects or other duties assigned by senior management.
Requirements
This role requires a motivated and organized individual who thrives in a goal-oriented and entrepreneurial business culture. The incumbent will have the opportunity to observe, document, build, analyze, and improve our railway transportation practices and interact with various groups.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in business, logistics, or supply chain management.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in logistics with direct railway exposure.
- Demonstrated senior leadership and decision-making track-record in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Pronounced business acumen and problem-solving skills, analytical and creative thinker, adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and change.
- Experience in change management and project management.
- Experience with railway transport regulations and administrative requirements preferred but not required.
- Excellent sense of organization.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Bilingual - English and French required.
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