SVP - Assets Management

Overview of Opportunity

The Senior Vice President of Assets Management is responsible for overseeing, leading and directing the operations and performance of asset-centric activities and strategic initiatives including Maintenance, Equipment Sales and Procurement, and Fuel.  As a key leader in the organization, the SVP of Assets Management will consistently demonstrate our core values, collaborate with stakeholders to achieve company goals, develop and execute on business strategies, and work effectively and positively within the organization and with external customers. Position requires a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership skills, and

Perform key ATS Vice President Responsibilities including:

  • Grow the Business by promoting cultural change to optimize opportunities for growth.
  • Elevate ATS's Bench Strength by proactively elevating the organizational chart to grow ATS; fostering a culture of development to continually raise the bar; and developing a succession strategy for key roles.
  • Improve Operational Effectiveness by identifying and instituting sustainable solutions that address root cause; orchestrating the pace and process of change to maintain operating effectiveness; and instituting system accountability throughout ATS.
  • Model Organizational Leadership by inspiring others to embrace our Vision, Mission and Values; building a strong network, bringing best practices and talent to ATS; developing trusting relationships and collaborating to achieve success. 
  • Shape our Culture by leading a culture in support of ATS's Vision, Mission, Strategy and Values.
  • Align actions, behaviors, performance and decisions in accordance with the Company's values as set forth in our All-Employee Competencies.
  • Carry out managerial and leadership responsibilities in accordance with ATS's policies and applicable laws.
  • Establish and oversee a strategic and systematic process of operating, maintaining, upgrading, expanding and the disposition of our physical assets such as equipment throughout their lifecycle.
  • Establish and oversee operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and maintenance of moving assets and shop equipment.
  • Plan assets and resources to meet growth requirements of corporate strategic plans.
  • Manage and oversee vehicle specifications and asset procurement/disposition process.
  • Provide oversight during business unit asset management reviews.
  • Oversee and manage the overall financial performance, including but not limited to Revenue Management and overall Profit and Loss for areas of responsibility.  
  • Establish operating budget, control funds, and authorize expenditures.
  • Leverage data, KPI's, and other metrics to identify opportunities to increase overall business performance.
  • Communicate effectively with owners and other members of the executive management team (Board) on a regular basis to review company and departmental forecasts and ensure consistency with annual projections.
  • Create an engaged workforce and environment that ensures quality service is provided to all customers, drivers, partners, and employees rooted in the company's core values.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners to remain current on industry compliance issues, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Developing strategies in alignment with ATS's Vision, Mission, Values and goals; and driving successful execution of strategy and operating plans.  

Ideal Education & Experience

  • Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience in the transportation industry (prefer in depth experience and technically strong with equipment).
  • 7 to 10 years of exceptional leadership experience with the ability to relate well with all levels of people inside and outside the organization.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing multiple areas and locations including Maintenance, Equipment Sales and Procurement, and Fuel (e.g. theft, parameters, Trailer & Tractor specifications) in the transportation industry; responsible for all aspects of the departments including P&L.
  • Proven ability to elevate bench strength, improve operational effectiveness, model organizational leadership, grow the business, and shape the culture. 
  • Excellent business acumen with proven ability to analyze data/situations and problem solve in a timely manner.
  • Strong understanding of financial information and ability to develop and manage robust budgets. 
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to adapt to the present situation in a professional manner, collaborating with others to grow and continually improve the organization.
  • Highly proficient in solving critical issues using sound judgment in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and planning with the ability to execute.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and lead others in alignment with organizational goals and objectives and to foster positive employee engagement.


EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

It is the policy of the ATS to provide for and promote equal employment opportunity in employment compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, genetic predisposition, or carrier status.

The ATS designated person for issues concerning Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity is Employee Relations Manager at 320-255-7400.

ATS is committed to assuring equal employment opportunity and equal access to services, programs and activities for individuals with disabilities. It is the policy of the ATS to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability to enable such individual to perform the essential functions of the position for which he/she is applying or in which he/she is employed.

The policy applies to all employment practices and actions. It includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, job application process, examination and testing, hiring, training, disciplinary actions, rate of pay or other compensation, advancement, classification, transfer, reassignment and promotions.