What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Director position at World Group?
About World Group:
World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution…customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, World Distribution Services, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight.
We move the world with people who care. Our award-winning, industry-recognized culture is anchored in our people across the country, and the passion they bring to each day. We’re growing - join our World Group family today!
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About ContainerPort Group:
ContainerPort Group (CPG®) is an award-winning multimodal transportation company specializing in container drayage. We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North America. We pride ourselves on meeting customer needs through a safe and dependable fleet of nearly 1,300 independent contract drivers, and a dedicated team of over 350 transportation experts. Learn more at our website: www.containerport.com
About This Role:
ContainerPort Group, a World Group company, is currently looking for a dedicated, driven person to join our family as a Regional Director for our growing operations in the Atlantic Region!
The Regional Director is responsible for supporting and developing our Terminal Managers and their teams in field Operations. The focus will be on reviewing all operational aspects of our business and holding those accountable for efficiency, profitability, and growth goals. This role is responsible for cascading the executive vision to the field to achieve our goals and maintain our core values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review Safety KPI’s with the TMs on improvements and recognition in areas performing well and develop a plan/execute in area’s needing improvement
- Work closely with TMs, mentoring, supporting, and providing servant leadership
- Review P&L financials to what was budgeted and where we currently stand (including GP, NOI, and NI)
- Coach TMs in recognizing and developing others
- Work closely with team members to resolve challenges in a limited time
- Build local relationships with ICs to improve retention and drive referrals
- Work closely with sales to develop new business through existing customers, expanding new lanes and increasing volume
- Stay knowledgeable about the market and work with sales to gain new opportunities
- Work closely with the TMs on facility maintenance, making necessary improvements without delay
- Promote and work with teams to achieve the company’s vision
- Collaborate with TMs on budgeting
- Work closely with Safety, Finance, Recruiting, and the CX teams daily regarding strategic goals
- Make necessary adjustments for the benefit of the operation and the teams
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business preferred
- Intermodal industry knowledge and experience is required
- 5 years’ experience in Intermodal Transportation required
- Previous management experience required
- Knowledge of electronic logs, HOS, and FMCSA roadability challenges
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Solutions focused with problem solving skills
- Ability to work extensively with internal and external contacts via email, phone, and other methods of communication
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel up to 40%
Working Conditions:
- Normal office working conditions in an open environment with low noise level
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of this job.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with external contacts and other employees. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
- Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to travel in and out of state
Benefits/Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits package:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Financial planning
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Bonus Eligibility