The Head of Carrier Operations will lead the company's asset-based carrier division, owning full P&L responsibility for a fleet operation of 150-500 drivers across general/mixed freight. This role is accountable for driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and safety performance while building the organizational capability to scale the division. The ideal candidate combines strong commercial acumen with hands-on operational leadership in trucking, and is comfortable owning financial outcomes as well as day-to-day execution.
You will- Strategic & Financial Ownership: Own division P&L, growth strategy, and capital allocation to drive profitability and fleet expansion.
- Operations & Asset Management: Direct daily fleet operations, dispatch, and maintenance to optimize asset utilization, cost per mile, and service reliability.
- Safety & Compliance: Drive a high-standard safety culture, ensuring full compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and local regulatory requirements.
- Talent & Leadership: Build and mentor multi-tiered operational leadership while overseeing driver recruitment and retention strategies.
- Commercial Collaboration: Partner with sales and account management on pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and key client retention.
We expect you to:- Leadership Scope: 15+ years in asset-based transportation (7+ in a senior or GM role) managing multi-site operations and 150+ drivers.
- P&L & Financials: Proven P&L ownership with a track record of driving profitable growth and managing operational/financial KPIs.
- Core Operations & Compliance: Deep technical knowledge of dispatch, fleet maintenance, driver management, and DOT/FMCSA regulations.
- Commercial Expertise: Strong commercial acumen with direct experience supporting or leading customer and contract negotiations.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or equivalent experience.
- Mobility: Willingness to travel as needed across operating locations.
This is a full-time position based preferably in
Austin, Houston, Dallas or LA. You will be part of a truly diverse, high performing team with a common passion for sustainability and making things happen in an innovative way. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible since selection and interviews are held continually.
