Director of Northern Fleet and Terminal Operations

Job Title: Director of Fleet and Terminal Operations
Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: St Louis, MO (Western Terminal) or Cairo, IL (ACBL Cairo Fleet)
Job Type: Full-Time; Salary

Step into a pivotal leadership role with American Commercial Barge Line as our next Director of Fleet and Terminal Operations! You'll be at the helm of our shoreside operations, overseeing everything from fleeting and shifting activities to shipyard services, terminal performance, and repair operations. This is your opportunity to drive operational excellence and financial performance across ACBL's fleets, facilities, and terminals. If you're ready to lead with impact and shape the future of inland marine logistics, we want to hear from you!

When you join ACBL...

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

• Ensure regulatory compliance of all assigned locations.
• Develop, manage, and drive accountability and performance via P&L structure and formal KPIs including but not limited to fleet performance, mainline turn times, fleet utilization, shipyard utilization, terminal operations, and boat efficiency.
• Optimize company assets by driving continuous improvement and support optimization through expansion or partnerships in each area.
• Lead and/or partner with the Business Development Team to evaluate, review, and execute opportunities to maximize and grow the operational footprint of the fleets and terminals in-line with the strategy and company goals of ACBL.
• Direct the work of Team Members and ensure a healthy working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for...

You will need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 10+ Years of marine industry management experience is required.
• Operates effectively in a fast-paced environment with high expectations.
• Commercially-driven management style.
• Capable of fully learning, understanding, and maximizing the impact of southern fleet operations on the enterprise.
• Excellent executive-level written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Demonstrates poise and self-control, establishes credibility, deals diplomatically with conflict, and instills a sense of trust and confidence in others.
• Commitment to safety, excellence and high-quality workmanship.
• A role model of personal and professional integrity

Even better if you have...

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Maritime Operations, or a related field.

Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Commitment to safety and professional development
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

FLSA Status:

Exempt