Regional Freight Manager

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities
The Regional Freight Manager is responsible for providing overall leadership to the freight function within an assigned geography. Through multiple Freight Manager direct reports, the incumbent will ensure the safe operations of the ADS internal fleet, service delivery levels are maintained and operational efficiencies such as payload and miles per gallon are maximized. While reporting to the Corporate Fleet Manager, the incumbent will have strong partnerships with the Plant Managers, Regional Manufacturing Managers and Sales Leaders within his/her assigned geography to ensure customer expectations are met and exceeded.

Primary Job Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the safety of all drivers by instilling a culture of safety and accountability, providing proper PPE, performing root cause analysis of any incidents, and instituting appropriate corrective measures
• Maximize payload and routing efficiency to drive cost out of the network
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels of drivers to meet customer commitments balanced with cost; develop strategy to leverage 3PL partners to assist with seasonality and peak spikes in volume
• Assist in the development and implementation of a best-in-class fleet maintenance program to ensure equipment is operating safely and downtime is minimized
• Drive improvements in OTIFNE (On Time in Full No Errors) delivery performance to internal and external customers
• Form partnerships with operations and sales to understand operational and customer needs
• Aid in development and implementation of latest fleet technologies to enable future digitalization strategies
• Identify and develop bench strength through succession planning and Personal Development initiatives

Job Skills
This position should possess the following skills/knowledge: This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data to provide business intelligence that drives decision making (often found in a LEAN environment).
• Demonstrated proficiency in logistics process and technology
• Ability to lead a dispersed workforce in an uncontrolled environment
• Cross functional communicator with the ability to break down technical information to non- technical people
• Abilty to travel 75%

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business or equivalent education and experience
• Supply Chain/Logistics major preferred

Preferred Experience

• 7 – 10 years in logistics leadership roles
• High financial acumen typically gained through direct P&L management
• Strong knowledge of industry trends particularly related to analytics and tech
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft BI

Company Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits:
Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

Financial Benefits:
Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

• 100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?
Growth Opportunities & Global Presence:
With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture:
ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused:
Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

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EEO Statement
ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.