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Director of OperationsAshley Furniture Industries • Olive Branch, MS, US
Director of Operations

Director of Operations

Ashley Furniture Industries • Olive Branch, MS, US
18 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director of Transportation Operations

Ecru, MS

Lead with Vision. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future of Fleet Operations in Mississippi.

Are you a strategic leader ready to transform transportation operations at one of the industry's most respected organizations? Ashley is seeking a Director of Transportation Operations to oversee fleet operations at our Mississippi locations, champion innovation, and deliver exceptional performance, safety, and customer satisfaction.

This is more than a leadership role, it's your opportunity to make a lasting impact on our people, processes, and performance at a critical location.

What You'll Do

As Director of Transportation Operations, you'll lead transportation strategy for the Ecru facility, managing a high-performing team and ensuring seamless, efficient, and safe operations.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Strategic Leadership : Develop and execute transportation strategies that align with company goals, optimize cost efficiency, and enhance service delivery for the Mississippi locations.
  • Innovation & Technology : Drive modernization through telematics, automation, and data-driven decision-making to elevate fleet performance locally.
  • Team Empowerment : Inspire, mentor, and manage driver teams and operations staff, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Operational Optimization : Analyze labor, materials, and overhead to identify trends, streamline processes, and boost productivity.
  • Safety & Compliance : Champion a safety-first culture by enforcing standards, ergonomic practices, and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborative Partnerships : Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to strengthen the supply chain and elevate customer experience.

What You'll Bring

  • Proven leadership experience in fleet or transportation operations, ideally in a multi-site or large-scale environment.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with a track record of driving operational improvements.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to lead teams and influence stakeholders.
  • Experience managing change and navigating complex challenges with confidence.
  • A passion for mentoring and developing talent.
  • Proficiency in leveraging data and metrics to inform decisions and optimize performance.
  • Who We Are

    At Ashley, we're more than a business…we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for the status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

    Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a "Growth Mindset", and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business.

    Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

    Benefits We Offer

    Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program

    Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off

    Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings

    Professional Development Opportunities

    Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism

    Telehealth

    401(k) and Profit Sharing

    Life Insurance

    Our Core Values

    Honesty & Integrity

  • Without hesitation, uses candor and is direct in communication
  • Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality
  • Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments
  • Passion, Drive, Discipline

  • Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive and willpower to finish
  • Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes
  • Is focused and relentless in achieving goals
  • Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence

  • Fights to take costs and waste out of the system
  • Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems
  • Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious
  • Dirty Fingernail

  • Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him / herself
  • Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities
  • Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through the use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys"
  • Growth Focused

  • Understands the customer's needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs.
  • Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them
  • Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business
  • About

    To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Responsibility information page :

    Corporate Social Responsibility

    We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

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