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SENIOR DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION AND SALES

gpac
Chester, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
Location: Chester, Virginia

Compensation : $130K - $165K plus bonus

Are you ready to take the wheel in the exciting world of logistics and brokerage? Well, buckle up because we have the perfect opportunity for you! gpac, a 30 years recruitment company, has partnered with a well-established company in the Transportation/logistics/brokerage industry that is the envy of all its competitors. With over 50 years in the business and a reputation as one of the top 10 places to work, this company is the place to be!

We are looking for a Director of Transportation who will report directly to the CEO and spearhead the restructuring of the transportation department. As the captain of this ship, you will be responsible for creating and implementing a strategic plan to drive growth and success in sales and or brokerage operations. This is your chance to steer the ship and set sail towards new horizons!

Responsibilities

  • Create a strategic business plan to restructure a brokerage and or a sales department including sales goals, projections, and timelines
  • Design and develop a customer and carrier sales team structure
  • Acquire new customers through customer-focused selling
  • Develop carrier sales techniques focused on capacity management and rate negotiations
  • Manage all levels of brokerage business development, account management, and operations

Skills And Education

  • 10 years of transportation experience
  • 7 years of brokerage industry experience
  • Entrepreneurial and sales mindset
  • Ability to close and manage large account business
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Leadership and mentoring skills
  • Bachelor's degree Required

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to join a top-notch company with fantastic benefits, including medical and dental insurance. Let's make your dreams become a reality in the world of transportation and logistics!

If you're ready to take the wheel and drive success in the world of brokerage and sales, send your resume to linda.powell@gogpac.com today!

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.

Salary : $130,000 - $165,000

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