Position ID # 26120
Position Title: Director of Operations – Truckload (Cross-Border)
Location: Southwest
Industry Segment: Asset Transportation
Position ID # 26120
Our firm has been retained by a growing asset-based transportation provider to identify a Director of Operations to lead and expand its cross-border truckload division serving the NAFTA corridor. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with an established transportation company focused on continued growth throughout the U.S. and Mexico markets. The organization is seeking an experienced operations leader with a strong background in asset-based truckload operations, cross-border transportation, and team leadership.
Position Overview:
The Director of Operations – Truckload (Cross-Border) will be responsible for the operational leadership, growth, and performance of the company’s cross-border truckload division. This individual will oversee daily operations while driving strategic initiatives focused on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, profitability, and scalable growth. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience managing asset-based cross-border trucking operations and possess strong working knowledge of the U.S./Mexico transportation market.
Preferred location : Laredo, Texas. Also open to candidates located throughout South or Central Texas
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all operational functions of the cross-border truckload division
- Drive growth initiatives throughout the NAFTA corridor
- Oversee fleet operations, dispatch, driver management, customer service, and operational execution
- Develop strategies to improve utilization, service performance, and profitability
- Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and cross-border transportation regulations
- Build strong relationships with customers, internal teams, and transportation partners
- Monitor operational KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Recruit, develop, and mentor operations personnel
- Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and operational forecasting
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience within an asset-based truckload operation
- Strong cross-border transportation experience involving U.S./Mexico freight operations
- Experience managing high-volume truckload operations, fleets, and driver groups
- Spanish/English bilingual proficiency required
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Prior experience within the South Texas/Laredo market preferred
- Ability to lead operational growth in a fast-paced environment
For more information regarding this position, please contact the recruiter noted below or send a resume to the recruiter noted below referencing the Position ID # 26120 above.
Recruiter: Leana Zingelmann
Executive Assistant
lzingelmann@highroadpartnersinc.com
Office: 479-271-0505 x114
Cell: 678-735-8540