Transport Director Latam

We are excited to provide you with opportunities to grow. Responsible for the strategic and operational management of the full lifecycle of transportation solution development, including network design, engineering, modeling, route optimization, partner selection, cost structuring, and project implementation across all ECLA countries except Brazil.

Transportation Network Development Lead

Design and evolution of the regional transportation network, ensuring efficiency, safety, competitive cost, and alignment with customer needs.

Model multimodal transportation solutions

Model multimodal transportation solutions (road, intermodal, cross-border, LTL/FTL, last mile) considering market trends, commercial opportunities, and competitive landscape.

Business Cases and Commercial Expansion

Prepare comprehensive business cases for new investments, including modeling of CAPEX, OPEX, revenue, margins, EBITDA, and economic return. Develop investment memorandums for expansion projects, new services, technology adoption, and efficiency initiatives. Act as a strategic partner to the commercial organization, supporting complex proposals, RFPs, and negotiations with regional customers.

Project Management and Implementations

Lead transportation development and expansion projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery, with clear definition and tracking of operational and financial KPIs. Coordinate cross-functional teams (Operations, Commercial, Finance, IT, Legal, Procurement) to ensure integrated execution. Structure implementation plans for new services, new countries, new partners, and post-acquisition integrations.

Automation, Technology, and Operational Efficiency

Identify opportunities for automation, digitalization, and process optimization (TMS, visibility platforms, control tower, routing, tracking, billing). Prepare business cases for technology adoption, including ROI analysis, operational impact, and implementation roadmap. Develop analytical tools and simulation models to support continuous improvement of network performance.

Due Diligence and Acquisition Integration

Participate in due diligence processes for transportation companies or assets, assessing risks, synergies, and value creation opportunities. Support the development of integration plans, ensuring alignment with the corporate playbook and rapid synergy capture.

RFPs and Customer Solutions

Prepare professional RFP responses for transportation services, translating customer requirements into robust operational solutions. Define required resources: fleet, partners, processes, SLAs, KPIs, routes, costs, operational structure, and governance model. Ensure proposed solutions are competitive, scalable, and aligned with the regional strategy.

Other Responsibilities

Lead or support special projects related to regional expansion, operational efficiency, sustainability, and innovation. Represent the company in strategic forums, customer meetings, and interactions with key partners.

Qualifications / Additional Skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related fields; MBA preferred. 10+ years of experience in logistics and supply chain, with a strong focus on transportation operations, preferably in complex and multinational environments. Proven experience in project management, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing transportation solutions. Strong analytical capabilities, with expertise in financial modeling, network design, and transportation planning. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and transportation systems (TMS, routing, visibility tools). Availability for international travel (approx. 50%). Fluency in English and Portuguese required.

Let's redefine the future of the cold chain in Latin America together! Emergent Cold Latin America is the largest provider of temperature-controlled food storage and logistics solutions in Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in August 2021 to meet the need for modern cold chain solutions in the market and the growing demand from both local and global clients, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the industry. Emergent Cold LatAm is building a high-quality cold chain network to deliver end-to-end temperature-controlled food logistics solutions across the region. The company currently operates 78 food warehouses in 11 countries in Latin America.