CEO with Equity - Transportation Company (Missouri)

August 26, 2024
by a searcher from Harvard University - Harvard Business School in Boca Raton, FL, USA
An industry-leading and reputable transportation company is seeking a dynamic leader and Chief Executive Officer to drive continued growth, innovation, and strong standing in the industry. The name of the company is withheld at this time to protect confidential nature of this posting. More information will be provided to qualified candidates.
Established on a solid foundation of excellence in service, this company has gained a fantastic reputation both internally and externally and is ready to expand its small footprint to reach regional dominance. We are seeking the ideal candidate to lead the growth from a transportation company of approximately $1m in EBITDA to an efficient, regional operation of $10m+ in EBITDA.
The ideal candidate possess qualities that can be the driving force in creating a winning culture focused on safety and service.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Take the lead across all aspects of the company
Make key decisions that will affect the company’s direction
Maintain positive and productive culture in the workplace
The principal components of the position include the following areas: business development, maintaining standards of excellence, reinforcing ideal company culture and procedures, building and leading the team, and allocating time and capital in alignment with these goals:
Create and implement business development and growth initiatives
Monitor financial and service performance to maintain financial health and service excellence
Ensure operational efficiency and safety and compliance with policies
Create and maintain a positive and rewarding work environment for employees
Establish and enhance credibility and reputation within the transportation industry
Report to the Board of Directors regularly
Identify and seek out additional locations or acquisition targets for strategic and meaningful growth
QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated success in previous leadership roles
Excellent managerial and financial skills and the ability to take leadership over any business area
Operationally minded, and purpose-driven
Understanding of operations of transportation
High level of personal initiative and ability to supervise, proactively lead, coach, and motivate professional staff, demonstrating a deep commitment to shared leadership and to a collaborative and transparent approach in the management of the organization.
Exceptional relationship management skills with the ability to build and grow connections with customers
Demonstrated ability to manage with business intelligence, incorporating a data driven approach balances with practical and reality-based experience.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
Strong ability in managing P&L and budgeting
Vision, strategic planning, and ability to execute growth from $1m EBITDA to $10m EBITDA
Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, logistics, or related
COMPENSATION
In addition to a competitive salary, this position comes with an equity stake in the company with the opportunity to increase equity based on company growth driven by CEO.
WORK LOCATION: MISSOURI
Name and location of company will be given to qualified candidates. This position will require living within commuting distance to main office and is IN PERSON WORK.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $125,###-###-#### per year + equity
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
P&L Management: 2 years (Preferred)
Management: 3 years (Preferred)
transportation or healthcare administration: 4 years (preferred)
from University of Toronto in Toronto, ON, Canada
from University of California, Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA, USA