Director of Transportation

MIWD HOLDING COMPANY, LLC DBA MI WINDOWS AND DOORS

. Develop and execute the enterprise and regional transportation strategy .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $151,761 - $189,701 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing transportation strategies, managing logistics operations, and optimizing freight costs. Proficient in leading carrier negotiations, implementing performance metrics, and ensuring compliance across transportation networks.

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Transportation Strategy DevelopmentFreight Operations ManagementCarrier NegotiationsLogistics ComplianceAnalytical Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Logistics ManagementSupply Chain ManagementFreight Cost AnalysisKPI DevelopmentContinuous Improvement InitiativesTransportation ComplianceRisk ManagementBudgetingPerformance Metrics ImplementationTransportation Network Optimization

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Transportation SystemsAnalytics ToolsReporting Platforms

Industry Keywords

Inbound TransportationOutbound TransportationInterplant LogisticsFreight Claims3PL ProvidersCarrier SourcingFreight VisibilityDistribution ManagementS&OPCapacity Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the enterprise and regional transportation strategy
Manage inbound, outbound, and interplant transportation
Optimize network design, routing, consolidation, equipment, staffing, and freight costs
Lead private fleet, dedicated fleet, one-way fleet, and brokerage decisions
Own carrier sourcing, contracting, negotiations, and performance management
Manage freight rates, fuel programs, equipment maintenance programs, and transportation agreements
Track and report asset utilization and unit scan-off percentages
Support distribution budgets and forecasts
Drive freight productivity and cost-reduction initiatives
Ensure freight accuracy, visibility, capacity, resiliency, compliance, and risk management
Lead escalation management for service disruptions, capacity shortages, and high-risk lanes
Improve customer delivery experience
Establish enterprise KPIs, dashboards, carrier scorecards, and site practices
Improve freight visibility, shipment tracking, and transportation data quality
Partner with IT to create analytical tools and reporting capabilities
Support freight claims, loss prevention, insurance coordination, and contingency planning
Support site Distribution Managers without direct reporting responsibility
Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Distribution, Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and IT
Support S&OP and capacity planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or other business-related field
Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in a logistics or supply chain role
Strong knowledge of transportation strategy, freight operations, and supply chain management
Ability to lead transportation sourcing, carrier negotiations, and long-term transportation agreements
Strong analytical and financial acumen, including freight cost analysis and budgeting
Ability to develop and implement transportation KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics
Ability to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across transportation networks
Knowledge of transportation compliance, risk management, freight claims, and contingency planning
Proficiency with transportation systems, analytics tools, and reporting platforms
Ability to support enterprise transportation operations across inbound, outbound, and interplant logistics
Experience working with carriers, 3PL providers, and transportation networks
Ability to travel as needed to support operations, distribution, and transportation initiatives
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional business leaders and operational teams
Candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding eligibility to work in the U.S.; employer sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Three comprehensive medical plan options
Prescription drug coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Teladoc virtual healthcare services
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Wellness Clinic
Company-paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Company-paid Short-Term Disability
Company-paid Long-Term Disability
Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Legal Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Team Member Discount Program