OVERVIEW:

NuCO2, the largest, best, and only national provider of beverage grade CO2 to the Foodservice and Hospitality Industry is a growth company. The Director of Logistics Optimization & Fleet will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing our operations, routing strategies, and planning processes. You will be responsible for driving efficiency, enhancing customer experience, and ensuring seamless coordination of resources to meet our delivery and service objectives. This leadership position requires a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional managerial skills to lead a diverse team of professionals. This position is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient execution of +30,000 deliveries a week. To accomplish these objectives, the incumbent will consistently work to evaluate routes and make recommendations for process improvements and cost savings. In addition, this position is responsible for the on-going management and maintenance of NuCO2’s National Fleet (500+) Department and responsible for the safe and efficient availability of commercial and non-commercial vehicles. To accomplish these objectives, the incumbent will consistently evaluate Fleet age and miles, accident/incident prevention; and make recommendations for improvements to Fleet Specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and improve overall operational efficiency Responsible for working with CO2 supply network to ensure timely deliveries of product to 156 depots across the US Develop and implement demand forecasting models to anticipate delivery volume fluctuations, enabling proactive resource planning and capacity management Utilize analytics to evaluate the current depot network, including locations, capacity, and capabilities, and make recommendations for improvements and expansion as necessary Develop and implement performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and monitor the effectiveness of field operations and service teams Evaluate existing operational processes, activities, protocols, and procedures and make enhancement recommendations that address areas of underperformance Stay updated with the latest technological advancements in delivery management, routing, and planning, and assess their potential to enhance our operations Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Safety, Finance, and Sales to align facility network with business objectives and customer requirements Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and operational procedures within the national operations team Provide clear direction, set performance goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement Implement measures to minimize accidents, injuries, and environmental impacts related to delivery operations Create and execute a roadmap to make consistent improvements to core efficiency and/or value delivery metrics Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align delivery strategies with anticipated business growth and product launches Direct a National Fleet of 500+ Vehicles that exceeds $20MM annually Work and establish a working, professional partnership with Service Provider-National Account Managers that support the Fleet Operations on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis Quarterly Fleet performance reviews with Ryder, Penske, and Wheels along with truck builder Carbo Tech, Turbines R&D, and other supporting vendors Negotiate with all contractors and vendors via thru bidding type programs to establish best practices in gaining the most cost effective and efficient programs available to NuCO2 (rebate opportunities, warranty allowances, trade in expectations, etc.) Partnership with Linde’s Procurement Director & related Department Personnel to establish and implement any & all beneficial cost reduction opportunities to enhance the NuCO2 Fleet Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of delivery, routing, planning, and fleet professionals Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams Providing management with timely information and reports

QUALIFICATIONS:

Proven experience (5+ years) in delivery operations, routing, planning, or logistics, with at least 3 years in a leadership role Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field or equivalent experience Three plus years’ experience in a management position that includes direct supervision of personnel Experience with management and execution of a Distribution Logistics system(s) either dynamic or static Experience in the Industrial Gases Industry or with a company transporting hazardous material Strong background in in use of personal computer software with an emphasis on Windows Office, Excel, and Access Proficient in the use of Logistics software