Director of Logistics and Transportation Job at BrainWorks (Sandy Springs)

Job Description

BrainWorks is partnering with a $2B+ distributor and manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial equipment to place a Director of Logistics & Transportation. This newly created role is designed to centralize, modernize, and scale statewide logistics operations supporting 20+ branch locations across Georgia. The organization moves a high daily volume of parts, rental equipment, and new machines, primarily within Georgia, with some out-of-state and international freight. Following years of strong, sustained growth, leadership is investing in a senior logistics leader who can bring structure, governance, and performance discipline to a historically decentralized environment. This role owns both the strategy and execution of logistics and transportation functions, with a mandate to build a scalable operating model and lead a multi-year transition toward a more centralized network across divisions.

Job Responsibility

Centralizing logistics and transportation operations across divisions
Optimizing utilization of trucks, drivers, rental assets, and third-party carriers
Designing and executing a long-term transportation and distribution strategy
Building leadership structure, accountability, and performance metrics
Partnering closely with fleet, safety, compliance, rental, parts, branch leadership, and OEM suppliers
Create, sell, and execute a comprehensive logistics and transportation strategy
Centralize logistics operations statewide or regionally to improve asset utilization, service levels, and cost efficiency
Design scalable operating models to support growth across rentals, parts, and new equipment
Build and execute a 3–5 year roadmap to bring additional transportation capabilities in-house
Oversee daily movement of parts, rental equipment, and new machines across the network
Optimize routing, dispatch, load planning, and delivery schedules for both equipment and parts freight
Apply regulatory requirements, hours-of-service rules, and equipment constraints to drive safe and efficient operations
Balance owned fleet capacity with 3PLs, brokers, and independent contractors
Lead carrier selection, negotiation, performance management, and cost control
Reduce fragmentation and over-reliance on third-party haulers through smarter asset planning
Evaluate independent contractor management models and recommend best-fit solutions
Partner closely with fleet, safety, and compliance leaders to ensure alignment
Lead and develop a growing team of transportation managers, supervisors, coordinators, drivers, and dispatch
Establish KPIs, performance standards, and accountability across the function
Build a leadership bench capable of scaling with the business
Assess, select, and implement transportation and logistics systems
Establish dashboards and reporting to track cost, service, safety, and productivity
Analyze operational challenges and implement practical, data-driven solutions
Manage budgets, forecasting, audits, and operational reviews
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local transportation regulations
Oversee the safe execution of all freight movements
Develop risk mitigation and contingency plans to ensure continuity of supply

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field required
10+ years of progressive experience in logistics and transportation, including senior leadership
Proven success building or transforming multi-site logistics organizations, not just operating within them
Experience managing mixed transportation models (owned fleet, 3PLs, brokers, contractors)
Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and drive execution
Analytical mindset with strong systems, metrics, and process orientation
Executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter mentality with an owner’s mindset

Nice to have

Master’s degree or MBA
Experience in heavy equipment, rental, industrial distribution, or field service environments
Working knowledge of DOT regulations and heavy equipment transportation
Experience centralizing decentralized operations across multiple locations

What we offer

Competitive compensation with bonus potential
401(k) with strong company match and profit sharing
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid holidays and personal time off
Wellness and financial wellness programs
Ongoing training and career development
Relocation assistance available for candidates outside North Georgia

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