A fast-growing marine logistics and terminal operations company is seeking a Director of Operations to lead multi-site terminal performance across the U.S. Gulf Coast.
This senior leadership role partners closely with terminal leaders and executive teams to drive operational excellence, safety, efficiency, and scalable growth across stevedoring, warehousing, and cargo-handling operations.
Key Focus Areas
- Lead and standardize operations across multiple terminals
- Drive safety, compliance, and performance KPIs
- Improve throughput, productivity, and cost efficiency
- Coach and develop terminal leadership teams
- Support terminal integrations and growth initiatives
Requirements
- 10+ years of leadership in terminal, port, or logistics
- Proven experience managing multi-site operations
- Strong safety, performance improvement, and people leadership background
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
- Willingness to travel up to 50%
- U.S.-based candidates only (no sponsorship)
Core Competencies
- Operational Leadership: Proven ability to lead complex, multi-site terminal operations and large, diverse teams.
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Champions a safety-first culture while ensuring full compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Continuous Improvement: Leverages data, KPIs, and best practices to drive operational efficiency and performance gains.
- Strategic Execution: Aligns day-to-day operations with long-term business objectives and growth strategies.
- Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgets, cost structures, and ROI to optimize profitability and resource utilization.
- Change & Transformation Leadership: Experienced in leading operational transitions, including acquisitions, integrations, and system implementations.
- People & Talent Development: Builds, coaches, and develops high-performing teams at all organizational levels.
- Customer-Centric Operations: Ensures operational excellence consistently delivers high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
Compensation & Benefits
- Strong base salary $160k+ (DOE) + incentives
- PTO, health insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability
- Comprehensive health benefits + 401(k) with 4% match
📩 Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description and apply through the ezHIRE portal: https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17696687019450090412PhB?source=Jobspage&new=yes
