Operations Vice President North East

Hermann Forwarding • Monmouth Junction, NJ

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About The Position

The Vice President of Operations for the Northeast region leads and oversees operational activities across transportation and warehousing, with a focus on efficiency, safety, and profitability. The role drives continuous improvement, optimizes supply chain processes, and aligns regional operations with corporate objectives. It manages large teams, fosters cross-department collaboration, and maintains relationships with clients and stakeholders. The position also oversees budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to meet regional performance targets and deliver exceptional service in a dynamic industry environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, warehousing, or logistics operations.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and complex operations in the transportation and warehousing industry.
• Strong knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic operational plans that drive business growth.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, strategic thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Expertise in logistics and supply chain management software.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related discipline.
• Experience working in or managing operations in the Northeast United States.
• Familiarity with advanced logistics software, warehouse management systems (WMS), and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certification.
• Experience managing multimodal transportation networks and large-scale distribution centers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance productivity and service quality across the Northeast region.
• Lead, mentor, and manage regional operations teams, including warehouse managers, logistics coordinators, and transportation supervisors.
• Oversee compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with sales, finance, and customer service departments to align operations with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics, identify improvement areas, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage budgeting, cost control, and capital expenditure planning to optimize financial performance.
• Drive technology adoption and process automation to improve operational efficiency and data accuracy.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, partners, and regulatory agencies to support seamless operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive