Job Application for Director of Transportation Strategy & Planning at Honor Foods

About Us:
Honor Foods is seeking a Director of Transportation Strategy & Planning to join our growing team. This is a senior-level role responsible for developing and implementing strategies that optimize transportation operations, ensuring cost savings, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for transportation and logistics, this could be the perfect role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the optimization of our regional transportation systems into a unified national system, including inbound from manufacturers, outbound customer deliveries, and intra-company shuttles.
Oversee transportation teams across all company locations, ensuring top-tier management and efficiency.
Collaborate with fleet and compliance staff to meet equipment needs and ensure adherence to federal and state DOT requirements.
Develop and implement transportation strategies, annual operating plans, and budgets that support current and future business objectives.
Create a long-term transportation strategy to reduce costs, maximize routing efficiency, increase backhaul utilization, and reduce reliance on outside carriers.
Ensure the safety culture across all locations with a focus on continuous improvement and individual accountability.
Provide leadership, guidance, and clear, constructive feedback to management staff while promoting a strong company culture.
Collaborate with the Sales Department to create efficient, profitable delivery routes.

Skills & Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in transportation management with a minimum of 7 years in a leadership role.
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
Strong knowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulations and transportation management software.
Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, motivate and lead teams, and drive continuous improvement.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to inspire, provide feedback, and maintain positive employee relations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analytics.
Willingness to travel (25-50%) and potentially relocate if needed.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. occasionally.
Able to work in varied temperatures, including freezing conditions.
Ability to work while wearing appropriate PPE and handle products that may contain allergens.

Why Join Us?
At Honor Foods, we value innovation, leadership, and a passion for driving efficiency. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

Honor Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will not permit discrimination against or harassment of any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or on the basis of any personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

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