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The Director, Domestic Transportation Brokerage is responsible for driving the commercial, operational, and financial performance of the Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) Group through the development and management of a scalable domestic transportation brokerage platform. This role leads the build-out and day-to-day operations of brokerage services across FTL, LTL, intermodal, and parcel, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, execution discipline, and P&L performance. The position is accountable for carrier network development, pricing and procurement strategy, and operational excellence, delivering competitive rates and reliable service across the network. As a key member of the SCS leadership team, this role aligns transactional growth with broader business strategy, establishing brokerage as a core entry capability for customer acquisition and solution expansion. The leader manages SCS transportation brokerage teams and is responsible for creating a high-performance, scalable operating model that supports sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Build a Scalable Brokerage Platform and Execution Capabilities
- Establish and scale a domestic transportation brokerage business across FTL, LTL, Intermodal, and Parcel.
- Develop and deploy a repeatable, standardized operating model across regions.
- Ensure competitive pricing, coverage, and service reliability aligned with market expectations.
- Build and lead teams across:
- Transportation procurement
- Carrier relationship management
- Dispatch and load execution
- Establish KPIs (service, cost, margin, coverage) and enforce performance discipline.
-
Ensure consistent execution across all modes and geographies.
-
Build and Manage Carrier Network
- Expand and manage strategic carrier partnerships to ensure capacity, cost competitiveness, and service quality.
- Build structured, long-term carrier relationships.
-
Leverage scale and network to improve buying power.
-
Drive Transactional Growth
- Partner with BD teams, IFF, CLG, and OCM to convert customer demand into executable transactions.
- Build a disciplined pipeline management and conversion process.
- Oversee customer relationships to ensure service excellence and satisfaction.
-
Act as a senior point of escalation for brokerage customers and ensure delivery against contractual and service expectations.
-
Enable Integrated Solutions
- Partner with Solutions Development, Control Tower/Managed Transportation, and cross-BU teams to:
- Support Inbound / Outbound / LLP solution design.
- Provide transactional backbone for solution scalability.
-
Ensure brokerage capability enables end-to-end customer offerings, not standalone execution.
-
Establish Ownership & Accountability
- Create clear ownership for domestic transportation inquiries, response, and pricing.
- Eliminate fragmented service across business units and implement a centralized intake and execution process.
-
Improve response speed, win rate, and customer experience.
-
Align with Strategic Positioning
- Build capability to compete with:
- Global freight forwarders
- Integrated logistics providers
- Warehouse / fulfillment-led providers
- Avoid direct competition with asset-heavy carriers and large U.S. brokers where scale advantages are structural.
-
Position domestic transportation as a required capability to protect and grow global accounts.
-
Build Talent Development & Culture, through Leadership
- Foster a culture of communication, engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance evaluations, manage promotions and compensation decisions, and oversee corrective actions when needed.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing operations and commercial organization.
- Support succession planning and long-term talent development initiatives.
SUCCESS METRICS
- Transactional revenue growth and lane penetration
- Service reliability and load coverage
- Gross margin improvement and cost competitiveness
- Speed and conversion of customer inquiries
- Carrier network expansion and performance
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven track record of scaling brokerage operations and driving transactional revenue growth.
- Deep understanding of:
- Carrier procurement and network management
- Dispatch operations and cost control
- U.S. domestic transportation market dynamics
- Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/Logistics, Business Administration or related field, preferred.
- 10-12 years’ experience in managing a Logistics related organization, including P&L management, commercial printing/direct mail operations, and strategic business development experience.
- 5–7 years’ leadership/people management experience.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), and ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and leadership (internally and externally).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Position requires up to 25% domestic travel and occasional international travel. Work after normal business hours and weekends may be required particularly when responding to emergencies.
BENEFITS
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Standard 10 days PTO
- Eligible for bonus plan
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Eligible for OT pay if applicable
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
ABOUT YUSEN LOGISTICS (AMERICAS)
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ONLY: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
Overview
The Director, Domestic Transportation Brokerage is responsible for driving the commercial, operational, and financial performance of the Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) Group through the development and management of a scalable domestic transportation brokerage platform. This role leads the build-out and day-to-day operations of brokerage services across FTL, LTL, intermodal, and parcel, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, execution discipline, and P&L performance. The position is accountable for carrier network development, pricing and procurement strategy, and operational excellence, delivering competitive rates and reliable service across the network. As a key member of the SCS leadership team, this role aligns transactional growth with broader business strategy, establishing brokerage as a core entry capability for customer acquisition and solution expansion. The leader manages SCS transportation brokerage teams and is responsible for creating a high-performance, scalable operating model that supports sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Build a Scalable Brokerage Platform and Execution Capabilities
- Establish and scale a domestic transportation brokerage business across FTL, LTL, Intermodal, and Parcel.
- Develop and deploy a repeatable, standardized operating model across regions.
- Ensure competitive pricing, coverage, and service reliability aligned with market expectations.
- Build and lead teams across:
- Transportation procurement
- Carrier relationship management
- Dispatch and load execution
- Establish KPIs (service, cost, margin, coverage) and enforce performance discipline.
-
Ensure consistent execution across all modes and geographies.
-
Build and Manage Carrier Network
- Expand and manage strategic carrier partnerships to ensure capacity, cost competitiveness, and service quality.
- Build structured, long-term carrier relationships.
-
Leverage scale and network to improve buying power.
-
Drive Transactional Growth
- Partner with BD teams, IFF, CLG, and OCM to convert customer demand into executable transactions.
- Build a disciplined pipeline management and conversion process.
- Oversee customer relationships to ensure service excellence and satisfaction.
-
Act as a senior point of escalation for brokerage customers and ensure delivery against contractual and service expectations.
-
Enable Integrated Solutions
- Partner with Solutions Development, Control Tower/Managed Transportation, and cross-BU teams to:
- Support Inbound / Outbound / LLP solution design.
- Provide transactional backbone for solution scalability.
-
Ensure brokerage capability enables end-to-end customer offerings, not standalone execution.
-
Establish Ownership & Accountability
- Create clear ownership for domestic transportation inquiries, response, and pricing.
- Eliminate fragmented service across business units and implement a centralized intake and execution process.
-
Improve response speed, win rate, and customer experience.
-
Align with Strategic Positioning
- Build capability to compete with:
- Global freight forwarders
- Integrated logistics providers
- Warehouse / fulfillment-led providers
- Avoid direct competition with asset-heavy carriers and large U.S. brokers where scale advantages are structural.
-
Position domestic transportation as a required capability to protect and grow global accounts.
-
Build Talent Development & Culture, through Leadership
- Foster a culture of communication, engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance evaluations, manage promotions and compensation decisions, and oversee corrective actions when needed.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing operations and commercial organization.
- Support succession planning and long-term talent development initiatives.
SUCCESS METRICS
- Transactional revenue growth and lane penetration
- Service reliability and load coverage
- Gross margin improvement and cost competitiveness
- Speed and conversion of customer inquiries
- Carrier network expansion and performance
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven track record of scaling brokerage operations and driving transactional revenue growth.
- Deep understanding of:
- Carrier procurement and network management
- Dispatch operations and cost control
- U.S. domestic transportation market dynamics
- Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/Logistics, Business Administration or related field, preferred.
- 10-12 years’ experience in managing a Logistics related organization, including P&L management, commercial printing/direct mail operations, and strategic business development experience.
- 5–7 years’ leadership/people management experience.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), and ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and leadership (internally and externally).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Position requires up to 25% domestic travel and occasional international travel. Work after normal business hours and weekends may be required particularly when responding to emergencies.
BENEFITS
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Standard 10 days PTO
- Eligible for bonus plan
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Eligible for OT pay if applicable
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
ABOUT YUSEN LOGISTICS (AMERICAS)
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ONLY: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
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Document your progressive leadership experience
Gather performance reviews, org charts, budget authority records, and fleet or logistics metrics that demonstrate increasing scope. PERM requires the employer to define minimum job requirements, and your credentials must meet them exactly as written on the labor certification.
Target employers with multi-state or federally regulated operations
Transportation companies operating across state lines or under federal contracts often have established HR and legal infrastructure for green card sponsorship. Freight carriers, transit authorities, and large logistics firms are more likely to have prior PERM filing experience than smaller regional operators.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in transportation and logistics roles. Searching by role and location surfaces companies that have already committed to the PERM process rather than those still evaluating it.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification before accepting an offer
If you hold a master's degree in logistics, supply chain, or a related field, ask whether the employer will sponsor under EB-2. EB-3 may be faster for some nationalities, but EB-2 priority dates move differently, and the classification affects your wait time significantly.
Understand what PERM recruitment means for your timeline
DOL requires employers to conduct a formal recruitment test before filing PERM, typically taking 60 to 90 days. Your offer letter should precede this window, and you'll need to remain in the role throughout. Delays in recruitment or audit requests from DOL can extend the process by a year or more.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from the beginning.
Green Card Director of Transportation: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Director of Transportation roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories can apply, depending on how the employer defines the position. If the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 is likely the path. If a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation management, or a related field is the stated minimum, EB-3 professional classification applies. The employer's attorney drafts the job description for PERM, and that description locks in the category.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for a Director of Transportation role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. worker was available. After PERM approval, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals from India and China may wait years for a priority date to become current before filing for adjustment of status.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for my job search as a foreign candidate?
PERM requires the employer to advertise the role through DOL-specified channels and document that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. As a foreign candidate, you should be hired before this process begins, not during it. If a U.S. applicant who meets the minimum requirements applies, the employer legally cannot proceed with sponsoring you. This makes early offer negotiation and clear job description scoping important steps before PERM recruitment starts.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Director of Transportation for a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in transportation and logistics. Many companies in this sector have never navigated PERM before, so targeting organizations with existing sponsorship infrastructure saves time and reduces the risk that an employer abandons the process mid-filing. Freight carriers, transit agencies, and large third-party logistics providers tend to have more experience with employment-based sponsorship than regional operators.
Can I keep my green card sponsorship if I change employers during the process?
It depends on where you are in the process. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar occupation without restarting. Separately, once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's petition even if you leave before the I-485 stage. Losing a sponsoring employer before I-140 approval generally means restarting PERM from the beginning with the new employer.