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Director of OperationsAFC Transport • Gary, IN, United States
Director of Operations

Director of Operations

AFC Transport • Gary, IN, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

AFC Transport — Lead a High-Performance Fleet Built on Excellence

AFC Transport is a fast-growing, people-first flatbed carrier committed to operational excellence, customer partnerships, and continuous improvement. As we expand our fleet and strengthen our customer-dedicated freight network, we are seeking a Director of Operations to lead our trucking operations into the next stage of growth.

This role is ideal for a strategic, process-driven transportation leader who excels at building teams, optimizing customer routes, creating repeatable operational systems, and driving performance across a blended fleet of lease-purchase drivers, owner-operators, and company drivers.

Role Summary

The Director of Operations is responsible for building the operational strategy, processes, and performance of AFC’s trucking division. This includes developing customer-dedicated routes, improving planning systems, optimizing fleet utilization, elevating communication, and ensuring that drivers have the structure, support, and tools they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Strategy

  • Design, optimize, and maintain customer-dedicated lanes , ensuring strong alignment with key shippers and maximizing consistency for drivers.
  • Lead the creation of repeatable operational processes , SOPs, and planning structures for a scalable fleet.
  • Oversee and continuously refine the dispatch and planning model, including the 2–3 day planning cadence and partial-load optimization strategies.
  • Analyze fleet performance : RPM, revenue per truck, driver profitability, utilization, fuel efficiency, and customer service levels.
  • Drive operational KPIs tied to revenue, safety, fuel economy, on-time delivery, and driver satisfaction.
  • Asset Pricing RFP

Team Leadership

  • Direct, mentor, and develop Fleet Managers, Driver Managers, and Load Planners—both in the U.S. and in Moldova.
  • Build a high-accountability, high-coaching culture focused on driver support, planning excellence, and strong communication.
  • Establish weekly structure : morning huddles, operational briefings, KPI reviews, and alignment with executive leadership.
  • Work closely with the Director of Safety and the VP of Operational Excellence to ensure seamless operations and compliance.
  • Customer & Internal Collaboration

  • Partner with Sales and Customer Service to expand customer-dedicated business and improve lane consistency.
  • Work directly with key accounts on service performance, dedicated opportunities, and continuous improvement.
  • Process Improvement & Technology

  • Implement new processes and technology platforms that elevate operational productivity and visibility.
  • Ensure the effective use of McLeod, Samsara, ShopConnect, and AI-driven dispatch / planning tools as they roll out.
  • Drive data-based decision making through dashboards, reporting, and operational insights.
  • Communication & Leadership Alignment

  • Deliver clear, accurate reporting to executive leadership, including operational trends, forecasting, and KPI achievements.
  • Establish expectations, accountability systems, and coaching rhythms for all team members.
  • Serve as a key voice in company-wide planning, ensuring trucking operations align with strategic growth goals.
  • Qualifications

    Required

  • 5+ years of operations leadership experience in trucking or transportation.
  • Deep understanding of fleet operations, dispatch, planning, FMCSA regulations, and driver management.
  • Proven experience building processes, improving operational structures, and scaling a fleet.
  • Strong leadership skills, with experience managing both in-office and remote / overseas teams.
  • Exceptional communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities.
  • Demonstrated success improving KPIs across revenue, utilization, cost control, and service performance.
  • Ability to prioritize, execute, and lead under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred

  • Experience with McLeod, Samsara or similar TMS / ELD / maintenance platforms.
  • Background working with customer-dedicated lanes and building freight networks.
  • Experience leading teams across multiple geographic locations, including international support teams.
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company support
  • Opportunities for advancement in a fast-growing company
  • A positive, forward-thinking culture where ideas are welcomed and leaders are empowered
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