The premier executive search firm for transportation, logistics and supply chain

We connect industry leading companies with world-class logistics leaders. We specialize in C-Suite, VP level and Senior Management recruiting in trucking, freight, distribution, intermodal, rail, air, and ocean.

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Clients served
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Placement accuracy
34+
Years of industry experience

The Leading Executive Search Firm for Transportation

Success demands talent. Today’s transportation industry is in constant flux and requires emerging leaders who are agile and capable of delivering high-quality results.

We specialize in hard-to-fill, urgent, and critical positions. Our recruiting expertise covers the entire spectrum, from Middle Management to Executive-Level positions, for Truckload, Less Than Truckload (LTL), Intermodal, Flatbed, Container, and Tanker operations.

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Why do top Transportation Companies Partner with Robins Consulting?

Manufacturers, national carriers, and 3PL’s work with us because posting on job boards doesn't reach the passive candidates they need to operate. We function as your outsourced executive recruiting department, accessing hidden talent through relationships built over decades in transportation and logistics.

Reach a broader field of qualified candidates

Bypass public job boards and the inefficient "post and pray" approach that only yields active job seekers and job hoppers. We help you tap into a hidden network of passive, high-performing logistics executives who are currently employed and driving results for your direct competitors. Because these proven leaders are not reading help-wanted ads, our proactive talent mapping connects you directly with this exclusive, off-market talent pool.

Eliminate the guesswork of hiring decisions

Generalist recruiters evaluate candidates by scanning resumes for broad keywords without understanding the physical realities of your freight network. We bring 34 years of hands-on transportation and human resources experience to every search, evaluating candidates through rigorous, peer-level technical conversations. We test their real-world understanding of capacity procurement, regulatory compliance, and margin protection to ensure you only interview proven operators.

Fill critical vacancies while ensuring continuity

An empty leadership seat immediately stalls growth and forces ownership back into the daily grind of terminal firefighting. We protect your corporate brand with 100% confidential search strategies, actively preventing internal workforce panic or competitor rumors during a transition. Within exactly 10 business days of launching your search, we deliver a slate of fully vetted candidates to your executive board, ensuring seamless operational continuity.

Reduce your recruitment costs per hire

The financial drag of an empty seat or a bad executive hire costs far more than a standard recruiting budget—it results in lost network yield, idle assets, and decreased corporate profitability. Partnering with a specialized retained search firm eliminates this catastrophic financial risk. We back every placement with a 100% written placement satisfaction guarantee, lowering your overall hiring risk and protecting your bottom line from day one.

Hyper-Specialized Executive Search Across Transportation & Logistics

We run dedicated, confidential searches to secure passive leaders who understand the exact market dynamics, regulatory constraints, and margin pressures unique to your specific sector:

Trucking & Motor Carriers

Sourcing leaders who know how to lower driver turnover, manage fleet maintenance lifecycles, and optimize lane yields.

Third-Party Logistics (3PL) & Brokerage

Placing branch managers and sales directors who bring proven carrier networks and defend gross margins.

Warehousing & Distribution Centers

Securing facility general managers who optimize layout slotting, lower labor costs, and implement advanced WMS.

Supply Chain Management

Recruiting integrated S&OP planners, inventory directors, and procurement executives for global manufacturers.

Rail & Intermodal Networks

Sourcing executives who optimize terminal drayage, chassis pools, and Class I railroad gateway handoffs.

Air & Ocean Freight Forwarding

Placing station directors who manage international trade lanes, Licensed Customs Brokerage, and carrier allotments.

Trusted by leaders across the industry

Robins Consulting has an impeccable track record with clients ranging from Transport Topics 100 Carriers to Fortune 500 Companies. They work with us because we’ve proven our commitment to delivering exceptional results.

    They keep me on top
    Fast, efficient, and easy to work with. Robins Consulting is my preferred search firm. They keep me on top.
    Jim Franck
    President
    National Carriers
    Irving, TX
    They are my competitive edge
    I have worked with Robins Consulting since 2012. They save me time by quickly delivering top talent for my hard to fill positions. They are my competitive edge.
    Paul Schelegel
    Executive VP
    Roadrunner Transportation
    Cudahy, WI
    Landed a life-changing position
    I had the pleasure of working with Craig during my recent career transition. Craig worked tirelessly on my behalf and due to his unwavering focus; "we" successfully landed a life-changing position. Thanks for your guidance, coaching and steady-hand, Craig. I appreciate all your help!
    Russell Wynia
    Vice President
    XPO
    Memphis Metropolitan Area
    Honesty, insight & results
    Craig served as the executive recruiter who helped successfully lead me through the recruitment process leading to an executive position at Swift Transportation. Craig was honest, direct, well organized, and followed through on commitments he made to me.  He helped me understand the requirements and skills necesary to succeed in the role he was recruiting to fill, provided exposure to key leaders, and helped me understand the culture of the company.
    Steve Van Kirk
    President
    Swift Transportation
    Phoenix, Arizona
    They keep me on top
    I reached out to Craig to gain insight on a project I was working on. Craig was a great resource and most willing to help me understand a market I was just discovering. Craig helped me recruit an experienced trucking executive to assume the President role of Chesapeake Energy’s new Trucking Division. I really appreciate the help Craig provided and would recommend him without hesitation.
    Kip Welch
    VP Human Resources
    Chesapeake Energy
    Oklahoma City, OK
    Continues to deliver solid results
    I worked with Craig on a daily basis for over a decade at Stevens Transport. He was my Vice President of Human Resources. He helped me grow my company by recruiting experienced candidates for every department. We called him again in mid-2016 to recruit an experienced Vice President of Administration, Director of Maintenance and a Director of Safety. Craig continues to deliver solid results for us.
    Steven Aaron
    CEO
    Stevens Transport
    Dallas, TX
    The best executive recruiter
    Hands down, the best Executive Recruiter I've ever worked with. Craig is driven, well connected, and extremely experienced at what he does. I highly recommend working with him
    Rod Griffith
    Director of logistics
    General Shale
    Johnson City, Tennessee
    Fantastic addition to our executive team
    Thank you Craig, for identifying and successfully recruiting our Executive Vice President of Intermodal. He’s been a fantastic addition to our Executive Team!
    Richard Stocking
    CEO
    Swift Transportation
    Phoenix, Arizona
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