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Director - Dedicated Extended Operations

Hirschbach, Dubuque, Iowa, United States, 52001

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Company Overview

Founded in 1935, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature-sensitive freight across 48 states. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach strives to provide the highest level of service in the industry, offering a breadth of services including Dedicated, Over the Road, Expedited, Entertainment, and Logistics Solutions. With a tenured history and vision for the future, our company culture drives us to be the best in the business, grounded in our All In To Win values. One key to trust is having a pool of talent and resources who are exceptionally competent, capable, and passionate for serving results to our customers. Job Summary

The Director – Extended Operations Dedicated is responsible for leading and managing dedicated account operations during non-core business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. This role ensures seamless communication and execution across shifts while maintaining service excellence, driver support, and proactive issue resolution. The Director oversees extended operations teams and partners with day-shift leadership to maintain continuity, address challenges, and meet customer expectations. Leadership Responsibilities

Lead and support extended operations dedicated leadership and staff across multiple shifts

Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development to direct reports

Cultivate a high-performing team that prioritizes safety, responsiveness, and reliability

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee after-hours operations for dedicated accounts, ensuring service continuity and efficient execution

Serve as an escalation point for operational challenges, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication

Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, driver satisfaction, and load efficiency

Collaborate with Customer Service, Driver Management, and Planning teams to align extended operations with account requirements

Develop and refine SOPs and escalation protocols specific to dedicated freight operations

Proactively identify process gaps and implement improvements to increase efficiency and service levels

Coordinate with day-shift teams to ensure smooth handoffs, knowledge sharing, and consistent execution

Lead regular reviews and debriefs to evaluate extended operations performance and implement corrective actions as needed

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and customer contractual requirements

Manage staffing, shift coverage, and resource planning to maintain 24/7 operational support

Schedule

Full-time, with availability to support extended shifts, nights, and weekends as needed Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related field preferred

8+ years of transportation or logistics experience, including leadership within dedicated fleet operations

Proven track record managing 24/7 teams in a fast-paced logistics environment

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and customer relationship management skills

Proficiency in transportation management systems and data analytics

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