• Vice President, Solution Design & Business…

    Forward Air (Dallas, TX)


    Position: Vice President, Solution Design & Business Implementation

    Job Description:

    The Vice President, Solution Design & Business Implementation is a strategic leader responsible for developing innovative logistics solutions that optimize international supply chain operations. This role requires deep expertise in transportation strategy, network design, cost optimization, and global freight management. The VP will oversee a team focused on designing and implementing scalable and efficient logistics solutions that enhance service performance while driving financial and operational excellence.

    Core Responsibilities & Duties:

    + Lead the development of international transportation and logistics solutions, ensuring cost-effective and efficient global supply chain operations

    + Design and implement strategic transportation networks, including multi-modal freight optimization (air, ocean, rail, trucking)

    + Develop innovative solutions for supply chain challenges, leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, predictive analytics, and automation

    + Collaborate with global suppliers, carriers, and logistics partners to ensure seamless movement of goods while maintaining compliance with international trade regulations

    + Oversee negotiations and contracts with freight forwarders, 3PLs, and global transportation providers to drive cost savings and service improvements

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on sustainability, carbon footprint reduction, and regulatory compliance in global transportation

    + Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of logistics and supply chain solution designers

    + Work closely with finance, procurement, operations, and sales teams to align logistics strategies with business objectives

    + Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)

    + 12+ years of progressive experience in logistics, international transportation, and solution design

    + Proven track record in global transportation network optimization, contract negotiations, and freight management

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in supply chain modeling tools

    + Experience with digital transformation in logistics, including AI-driven optimization and automation

    + Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

    + Knowledge of international trade regulations, compliance, and risk mitigation strategies

     

    Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    About Us

     

    Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

     

    Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

     

    Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication

     

    About the Team