<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Director of Logistics to lead and optimize our transportation and distribution strategies. This role is critical in ensuring seamless coordination across domestic and international logistics operations - driving efficiency, cost savings, and service excellence. Based in Plymouth, Michigan.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Strategic Logistics Leadership</p><p>-Partner with senior leadership to align logistics operations with sourcing, inventory, and commercial strategies.</p><p>-Lead the design and execution of a national logistics strategy covering imports, domestic freight, private fleet operations, and branch distribution.</p><p>-Ensure logistics initiatives directly support enterprise-level objectives related to growth, cost management, and service performance.</p><p>-Champion the insourcing of freight management and increased operational control.</p><p>-Establish a national transportation governance framework, including KPIs, financial visibility, and accountability standards.</p><p>-Provide executive leadership with data-driven insights to support operational and capital investment decisions.</p><p>Transportation & Fleet Management</p><p>-Direct all transportation modes including ocean imports, drayage, LTL, truckload, parcel, and private fleet operations.</p><p>-Optimize fleet utilization, routing efficiency, mode selection, last-mile delivery performance, and driver productivity.</p><p>-Leverage telematics, routing, and safety technologies to enhance performance and compliance.</p><p>-Lead the selection and implementation of a TMS to improve visibility, cost control, and execution.</p><p>-Oversee carrier strategy, contract negotiations, routing guides, and performance management.</p><p>-Ensure compliance with all applicable DOT, FMCSA, and safety regulations, promoting a strong safety culture.</p><p>Domestic & International Freight Operations</p><p>-Collaborate with purchasing, sales, and product teams to develop a best-in-class inbound freight strategy.</p><p>-Manage international container flow, port operations, drayage, and cross-dock execution.</p><p>-Oversee domestic freight movements between ports, distribution hubs, and branch locations.</p><p>-Drive continuous improvement in lead times, freight cost structures, and vendor compliance.</p><p>Network & Distribution Optimization</p><p>-Partner with distribution center and branch leadership to balance service levels, cost, and inventory placement.</p><p>-Evaluate and redesign network flows to support market expansion, acquisitions, and evolving delivery expectations.</p><p>-Improve last-mile delivery and customer experience through tighter integration of transportation and warehouse operations.</p><p>Systems & Process Optimization</p><p>-Oversee integration/optimization of ERP, TMS, and telematics platforms to enable end-to-end visibility.</p><p>-Develop dashboards and analytics to track freight spend, productivity, and logistics KPIs.</p><p>-Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scalability and efficiency.</p><p>Leadership & Talent Development</p><p>-Build and lead a national logistics organization spanning transportation, fleet operations, and logistics planning.</p><p>-Foster a culture of accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.</p><p>-Support workforce planning, talent development, and organizational alignment during periods of growth and change.</p>
We are looking for a talented Communications Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Detroit, Michigan. This role requires a versatile and detail-oriented individual who can manage various aspects of communications, including social media, website updates, and content creation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling and the ability to collaborate across teams to effectively communicate the impact of programs and initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and edit engaging content for social media, newsletters, and blog posts.<br>• Assist in media buying and create compelling marketing collateral in alignment with campaign goals.<br>• Maintain and organize lists, reports, and communication materials to ensure accurate records.<br>• Provide on-site event support, including logistical coordination and content creation.<br>• Coordinate photography and videography requests, ensuring high-quality visual assets.<br>• Update and maintain the organization’s website to reflect current initiatives and information.<br>• Monitor media coverage and assist with public relations efforts to enhance visibility.<br>• Track metrics related to communication efforts, compiling reports across platforms such as social media, websites, and newsletters.<br>• Collaborate with graphic designers to develop visually appealing and consistent campaign materials.<br>• Support internal communication needs and assist with workforce data and budget monitoring.
<p>We are looking for an experienced and innovative Director of Marketing to lead our company's marketing efforts in Southfield, Michigan. This role is pivotal in shaping and implementing strategies that drive growth, enhance brand visibility, and foster customer engagement. As a key member of the leadership team, the ideal candidate will balance strategic planning with hands-on execution, ensuring all marketing initiatives align with business objectives. This is an exciting growth position focused on building a marketing department from the ground up, shaping and directing marketing strategies, and hiring future marketing team members. If you have 5+ years of experience as a Director of Marketing building, driving growth, and expanding international market share, apply today! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and oversee the company's annual marketing plans, budgets, and forecasts to ensure alignment with business goals.</p><p>• Establish measurable KPIs and reporting structures to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing strategies and campaigns.</p><p>• Create and maintain a consistent brand identity, messaging framework, and value proposition across all channels.</p><p>• Lead the development of marketing collateral, presentations, case studies, and advertising materials to support sales and branding efforts.</p><p>• Optimize digital marketing channels for lead generation and audience engagement while leveraging analytics for continuous improvement.</p><p>• Design and execute integrated demand generation campaigns to support pipeline growth and enhance sales enablement.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth market research to identify customer needs, emerging trends, and competitive insights, supporting product positioning and launches.</p><p>• Recruit, manage, and mentor a high-performing marketing team, while coordinating with external vendors and agencies.</p><p>• Organize and oversee events such as trade shows, conferences, webinars, and other customer-focused initiatives.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sales tools, refine messaging, and enhance competitive intelligence.</p>
