Position Summary:
Avesta Management Services seeks a dynamic and visionary business leader to lead the company to its next stage of growth and success. Most recently, the company has been awarded an opportunity to employ commercially licensed drivers and lease them to the company’s largest and most profitable client. This business leader will be responsible for leading and executing on this critically important opportunity which includes the sourcing, vetting, hiring, training of commercially licensed drivers while building and sustaining a ‘best in class’ culture rooted by integrity, safety, transparency, great compensation and collaboration.
Key Executive Objectives & Responsibilities:
· Lead the launch and scaling of the CDL Driver Recruitment and Leasing division within Avesta Management Services, Inc.
· Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract, vet and hire CDL Class A drivers and dock workers with a focus on safety, quality, culture and retention.
· Create and manage a recruitment pipeline to ensure a steady supply of qualified drivers and dock workers.
· Oversee the screening, interviewing, and onboarding processes for new drivers and dock workers.
· Work with LTL Trucking client to develop and implement driver training, safety programs and continuous development initiatives.
· Monitor and optimize driver and dock worker performance and full satisfaction to ensure long-term, healthy retention.
· Build and sustain DOT-compliant driver qualification files, ensuring all records meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards and regulations.
· Develop and manage a drug testing program that complies with FMCSA regulations, ensuring ongoing compliance and safety.
· Create and partner with LTL Client on industry ‘best practices’ relative to daily Safety Coaching opportunities found in Client’s telematics system.
· Build and lead a high performing support team.
· Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Executive Skills and Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics , Human Resources, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Five years experience in trucking, with a strong focus on driver and dock worker recruitment.
• Demonstrable success in launching and scaling new business ventures or divisions.
• Deep understanding of the CDL Class A driver market, LTL trucking and all relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• In depth understanding of workflows and best practices in the LTL industry and in general business.
• Excellent skills in written and verbal communication, presentation, and public speaking required. Ease in communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences.
• Adept at electronic communications and Internet tools, including email, social media, sales software, and general business software.
• Skilled in the fundamentals of project management (agile and waterfall methods)
Executive Competencies & Desired Personal Traits:
• Passion and energy for Avesta Management Services’ mission and business model. Entrepreneurial spirit to grow business.
• Integrity above reproach, treating all with respect.
• Strong work ethic, with a flexible and adaptable mindset. Superb interpersonal skills.
• Proven Operations leader with the heart and mind of a coach.
Compensation:
Competitive compensation with excellent benefits.
