Director of Logistics - For Hire at Sagepoint Energy in St. Louis, MO, USA

Job description

• The Director of Logistics provides strategic leadership and operational direction across all assigned regions, ensuring consistent execution of transportation and fleet operations. This role oversees regional business performance, directs fleet operations teams, and drives optimization and growth initiatives across the logistics network. The Director is responsible for operational excellence, regional strategy alignment, and full P&L management within the logistics organization.
• Sagepoint Energy embodies core values of dependability, excellence, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term regional growth plan by evaluating new markets, assessing logistics expansion opportunities, and positioning Sagepoint Logistics for scalable operations.
• Provide second level oversight of daily trucking operations, including scheduling, routing, and resource allocation.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for Logistics Managers, Drivers, and fleet operations staff to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable performance across all regions.
• Build and reinforce a culture of accountability, safety, and high operational standards within all fleet operations teams.
• Ensure all fleet assets are properly maintained, inspected, and fully compliant with DOT and safety regulations.
• Develop, manage, and own the logistics budget, including expense control, forecasting, and financial reporting for assigned regions.
• Direct regional business development by identifying prospective clients, strengthening strategic partnerships, and expanding transportation service offerings across assigned markets.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives and oversee efforts to expand the customer base within the transportation and logistics segment.
• Monitor KPIs and operational cost drivers to ensure sustainable, high‑performing fleet operations.
• Ensure full compliance with DOT, environmental, and company standards across all regional operations.
• Lead a proactive safety program and maintain a high level of operational readiness throughout the fleet.
• Analyze operational and financial data to identify performance gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with third‑party logistics providers, equipment vendors, and service partners as needed to support regional operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business administration, or related field required
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in logistics or transportation, with direct trucking fleet management experience.
• Demonstrated success managing P&L and delivering measurable financial results.
• Strong knowledge of DOT requirements, safety standards, and fleet compliance.
• Experience with natural gas vehicle fleets (NGVs) and/or CNG operating experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership and team development skills with the ability to manage in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• History of strong customer relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.

Skills

Required

• Leadership
• Team development
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset
• Data interpretation
• Decision making
• P&L management
• DOT knowledge
• Safety standards
• Fleet compliance

Benefits

• Salary is paid on a bi-weekly basis and will be consummate with the value and experience the candidate brings to the role. In addition to base salary, compensation includes the option to participate in company sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance plans and in a retirement savings program as well as paid personal time off and holidays. You will also be eligible for a monthly bonus and participation in the employee Long-Term Incentive plan.