Sr Director - QES

With over 100 years of logistics experience, Quality Equipment Solutions (QES®) understands that not all products are created equal. Sometimes, specialized equipment is required to tackle the unique challenges of hauling specialized cargo, intermodal transportation, hazardous materials, and more. We are proud to develop, build, and offer customized equipment solutions to best suit your needs. QES is a business unit from Quality Carriers, Inc.

(QC).
We are looking for an energetic, reliable Sr Director - QES to join our team in Tampa, FL. We are a dynamic, stable and growing company. We have great long term career opportunities across our headquarters, trucking terminals, mechanic shops, depots, tank washes and other locations. If you want to join the industry leader and make a difference,

The Sr Director – QES provides leadership and oversight for the entire lifecycle of QC’s fleet of equipment, including tractors, trailers, chassis and ISO tanks. This role is responsible for fleet specifications, procurement, lease management, fulfillment, utility, disposition, and compliance.

• Develop and execute long-term strategies for fleet acquisition, lifecycle management, and disposal to align with company growth and financial objectives.
• Centralizing and maintaining the “source of truth” for QC’s equipment inventory for financial, operational and compliance purposes.
• Manage QES’s budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis of “lease vs. buy” decisions.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and third-party service providers to optimize sourcing and inventory.
• Lead and mentor a team of equipment directors, managers and staff, fostering a culture of accountability and performance excellence.
• Medical
• Basic Life/Voluntary Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Digital health through Recuro
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Employer Match and Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP) {QCWC and QC Canada not eligible}
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Strong computer knowledge (Google and Microsoft Office products, plus knowledge of fleet management and trailer tracking software).
• Excellent interactive management skills and analytical skills.
• Multi-task ability, planning and organizational skills, ability to relate and communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Knowledge of government regulatory programs to DOT and OSHA regulations, and any additional regulatory guidelines that may potentially impact QES operations.

• 4-Year Business or related field degree required.
• At least 5–10 years of progressively responsible experience in fleet maintenance, logistics management, or heavy equipment operations.
• Deep understanding of tractor and trailer models and systems, especially bulk commodity trailers.

• Provides senior leadership to QES teams.
• Oversees hiring, performance management, and development of QES leadership and staff.
• Establishes QES business unit goals and ensures accountability to organizational objectives.
• Ensures appropriate organizational structure, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Maintains compliance with company policies and employment laws, coordinating with HR on employee relations matters, including corrective actions.

• This is a full-time position, and days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office and computer equipment.
• Ability to travel to terminals, offices, and…