Executive Vice President of Strategic Development

Spartan Carrier Group is a faith-based organization dedicated to achieving excellence in supply chain logistics, third-party logistics (3PL), and warehousing solutions. We are committed to delivering top-tier performance and innovative solutions that drive efficiency and reliability in the logistics industry.  We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and dedication to providing top-notch services to our clients.  Join a faith-based company with a unique culture that emphasizes both professional and spiritual growth as we are committed to supporting our employees in their career development while fostering a workplace environment that nurtures personal and spiritual growth. 

Job Description

The Executive Vice President of Strategic Development is a senior executive responsible for driving the company’s long-term growth strategy across transportation and logistics operations. This role leads enterprise-wide strategic planning,  market expansion, strategic partnerships, and innovation initiatives to enhance competitive advantage, profitability, and scalability.

The EVP works closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic opportunities that align with the organization’s mission, operational capabilities, and financial objectives.

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer

Serves as a key advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors

May have direct oversight of Strategy, Corporate Development, M&A, and/or Innovation teams

Lead Content and Media Strategy

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Enterprise Growth

Lead the development and execution of the company’s long-term strategic plan, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market dynamics

Identify growth opportunities across new markets, customer segments, transportation modes, and service offerings

Evaluate industry trends, regulatory developments, technology advancements, and competitive positioning

Partner with Operations, Finance, Sales, and Technology leaders to translate strategy into actionable initiatives

Marketing, Brand Strategy & Market Visibility

Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide marketing and brand strategy to increase company reach, visibility, and market influence

Oversee marketing initiatives including brand positioning, demand generation, thought leadership, and corporate communications

Ensure marketing strategies align with overall business growth objectives, customer acquisition goals, and market expansion initiatives

Partner with Sales, Operations, and external agencies to strengthen the company’s presence across key transportation and logistics markets

Live Podcast, Media & Content Strategy

Lead the strategic development and execution of live podcast programming and digital content initiatives to expand industry influence and brand awareness

Position the company and executive leadership as thought leaders
in transportation, logistics, supply chain, and related industries

Oversee content planning, audience growth strategy, production standards, distribution channels, and performance analytics for podcast and media initiatives

Identify opportunities to leverage live events, customer stories, industry trends, and executive insights through podcast and multimedia content

Ensure all content initiatives support recruiting, customer growth, partnerships, and overall brand reputation

Strategic Partnerships & Alliances

Develop and manage strategic partnerships with customers, vendors, technology providers, and logistics partners

Negotiate high-impact partnership agreements that support growth, efficiency, and differentiation

Strengthen the company’s position within the transportation and logistics ecosystem

Innovation & Transformation

Champion innovation initiatives including digital transformation, automation, data analytics, and supply chain optimization

Assess emerging technologies and business models that may disrupt or enhance logistics operations

Drive enterprise transformation initiatives to improve scalability, efficiency, and customer experience

Leadership & Governance

Act as a strategic thought partner to the executive team and Board of Directors

Prepare and present strategic recommendations, business cases, and progress updates to senior leadership

Build, mentor, and lead high-performing strategy and development teams

Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Revenue and EBITDA growth from strategic initiatives

Success rate and ROI of M&A and partnership activity

Market expansion and diversification outcomes

Achievement of long-term strategic milestones

Integration effectiveness and realization of synergies

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field)

MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred

Experience

15+ years of progressive leadership experience with significant responsibility in strategic development, corporate strategy, M&A, or business development

Proven experience within transportation, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or related industries

Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives and transactions

Experience working with Boards of Directors and executive leadership teams

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional strategic, analytical, and financial acumen

Strong negotiation, influencing, and executive communication skills

Ability to translate strategy into operational execution

Deep understanding of logistics networks, transportation economics, and industry regulations

High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion

Leadership Attributes

Visionary and future-oriented thinker

Results-driven with strong accountability

Collaborative executive presence

Comfortable leading through complexity and change

Strong mentor and talent developer

Compensation & Benefits

Executive-level compensation package including base salary, annual incentive, and long-term incentives

Comprehensive benefits package