Senior Director of Sales & Transportation

Location: Norfolk
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

REMOTE WILL BE CONSIDERED Senior Director of Sales & Transportation – Domestic & Global Logistics Leader LOCATION: OUR CLIENT COMPANY HAS AN OFFICE IN SPARTANBURG, SC BALTIMORE MARYLAND , CHICAGO, IL , HOUSTON, TEXAS , AND BOSTON, MA. & NORFOLK, VA Our client company is logistics without limits. Their reputation is built on decades of trusted service across domestic and international supply chains , with a footprint that spans trucking, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, warehousing, and drayage. We don’t believe in silos — we believe in seasoned professionals who understand the industry from the ground up and the top down. Who We’re Looking For A true logistics veteran. Someone who’s run LTL and FTL operations, built warehousing strategies, negotiated ocean and air freight contracts, navigated customs clearance, and sat across the table from C-suite clients to close major deals. You’ve led teams, grown regions, opened facilities, and solved freight problems others couldn’t touch. You have done it all in logistics! This is your moment to step into a role that recognizes and rewards your depth . ? You Have: 15 years of progressive experience in transportation and logistics Expertise across LTL, FTL, intermodal, drayage, and warehouse distribution In-depth knowledge of freight forwarding (air/ocean), NVOCC compliance , and customs brokerage Proven leadership in both operations and B2B sales – you’ve sold the service and delivered it Strong network of carrier and vendor relationships (domestic & international) A “lead by example” mindset with the ability to mentor, manage, and motivate Tech-savvy with logistics platforms (TMS, WMS, CRM) and data-driven decision making What You’ll Do: Lead the charge in national and global transportation strategy Oversee end-to-end operations including LTL/FTL, warehousing, last-mile, and drayage Grow revenue through strategic sales , client development, and market expansion Ensure seamless coordination across freight forwarding, customs, and distribution teams Cultivate high-performance teams with a focus on service, margin, and efficiency Report directly to executive leadership and influence company direction What We Offer: A seat at the leadership table – your voice will shape our future Highly competitive compensation with uncapped bonus opportunities Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more Freedom to build, lead, and innovate in a no-red-tape environment The respect of a company that values experience over buzzwords Sound Like You? If you’ve spent your career mastering logistics from freight lanes to foreign ports , and want to lead a company that recognizes the value of real-world expertise, we’d love to connect. Apply now and let’s redefine the future of logistics—together. Send your resume to linda.powell@gogpac.com SALARY: $90,000.00 -$200,000.00 All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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