Transportation Compliance Director

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership & Strategy
• Provide vision, direction, and leadership for the transportation compliance function.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliant and efficient transportation operations.
• Partner with senior leadership to align transportation compliance objectives with company goals in agriculture production and distribution.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
• Ensure compliance with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Oversee driver qualification files, licensing, hours of service (HOS), electronic logging devices (ELD), drug/alcohol testing programs, and vehicle inspection records.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare for internal and external audits.
• Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local transportation regulations (FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, state trucking authorities, etc.).
• Develop and maintain company policies, SOPs, and training programs to ensure compliance.
• Manage licensing, permits, and registrations across all jurisdictions.
• Identify compliance gaps, risks, and emerging regulatory issues.
• Safety & Risk Management
• Drive a culture of safety across all transportation operations.
• Monitor safety performance, analyze incidents, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead training programs for drivers and staff on compliance, safety, and company standards.
• Operations Oversight
• Oversee the transportation driving function from a compliance standpoint for all vehicles (including all company light vehicles), to ensure safe and efficient product movement.
• Collaborate with company leadership, operations, logistics, and supply chain teams to optimize scheduling and delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships for fleet maintenance, fuel, and compliance systems.
• Ensure vehicles meet inspection, preventative maintenance, and environmental standards.
• Develop and maintain key performance metrics (KPIs) and performance reporting to support proactive communication and action.
• Work in conjunction with other departments to assure seamless transportation and delivery activity throughout the company-wide network
• Maintain budgetary responsibility for the Transportation function. Continuously monitor spending compared to budgets to ensure achievement of department and company-wide goals
• Team Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop transportation compliance staff and driver managers.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Other duties as assigned.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation compliance, logistics, or fleet operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and agricultural transportation regulations.
• Experience managing driver compliance programs, audits, and risk management initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams while driving operational excellence.
• Ability to balance regulatory requirements with operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Agricultural industry or perishable goods transportation experience preferred.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects
• Highly effective communicator, both verbally and in writing
• High sense of accountability and follow-through
• Must be able to work as a team towards a common goal
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Desire for self-improvement and professional growth
• In addition to our more traditional benefits, we also offer great perks and numerous resources for professional development and team building:
• Promotional opportunities
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Robust onboarding and training program
• Employee Discount Programs (Perks at Work)
• Employee referral program
• Encouraging and collaborative culture

What our benefits are

• Paid Time Off, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Parental Leave, etc.
• Carebridge Employee Assistance Program

For all full-time members

Each team member has the potential to earn a yearly bonus based on the achievement of company goals.