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Burns Dirt

General Manager Logistics

Burns Dirt, Tupelo, Mississippi, us, 38802

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Burns Logistics is the rapidly scaling division of Burns Dirt Construction, a third-generation heavy civil construction firm. Officially established as its own division in 2024.

The Opportunity: Scale the Future Burns Logistics is seeking an experienced and decisive Logistics General Manager to take full ownership of operations and execute a strategic plan to significantly scale and diversify the business.

This is a role for a proven operator, not just a fleet manager, who can serve as a "Culture Quarterback" to elevate the team, instill operational discipline, and drive profitable growth.

Who You Are An industry veteran with 5+ years of management and 5+ years in logistics/trucking. Strong Operator who thinks in systems, processes, and capacity—not just dispatching. Financially sharp, decisive, and highly process-oriented. Someone who embodies our values: Own It, Say What You Mean, Raise the Bar, Build for More.

Key Accountabilities Strategic Growth: Provide leadership to achieve ambitious scaling and diversification goals. Operational Excellence: Oversee dispatch, ensure SOP compliance, and eliminate variability. Financial Ownership: Drive profitability, reviewing margin, cost-per-mile, and utilization metrics. Talent Leadership: Develop the team, reduce turnover, and ensure safety/DOT compliance.

Reporting to the COO, this role requires a proven ability to scale operations.

Ready to Build for More? Apply today! Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management

Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Disability insurance

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