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Job Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the development of Logistics and Transportation plans for assigned customer plant(s) and prepare bid responses. Plays a key role in achieving company objectives and contributes to identifying, analyzing and developing value-added supply chain solutions.

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):Oversee tactical and operational planning of the inbound and outbound network to ensure optimal efficiency and cost-effectivenessPrepare internal communications and presentations related to KPIs, facilitating data-driven decision-makingWork in conjunction with the command and control group to handle complaints and ensure support plans are in place to maintain long-term customer relationshipsPerform carrier and customer training in TMS portal, fostering operational efficiency and excellence. Assist in monitoring loads with TMS and communicate non-conformances in service to ensure timely resolutionsManage all freight lanes and develop a waterfall tendering network to optimize transportation resourcesResponsible for transportation budget and variance descriptions, ensuring financial accountability and transparencyWork with Freight Bill Audit and Payment (FBAP) for carrier assessorial charges, fostering strong vender relationships and cost control measures.Act as a liaison between operations, service providers, customers, and customer plant locations to ensure seamless communication and exceed service level expectationsMaintain and update all SOPs and work instructions for assigned customers to ensure compliance and operational excellenceManage and maintain customer KPIs for weekly, monthly, quarterly reviews, ensuring alignment with service level agreements

SCOPE & IMPACT: 

This position oversees the strategic planning and optimization of transportation networks for assigned customer plant(s), ensuring cost effectiveness and operational efficiency. By coordinating stakeholders and resolving issues promptly, they maintain strong customer relationships and drive satisfaction.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field with 4-6 years of relevant experience, or equivalent1-3 years supervisory/leadership experienceTMS ExperienceAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft SuitePrior Management of P&LPrior Utilization of Business Intelligence toolsHome Delivery or Final Mile ExperienceUp to 20% travel

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Management SkillsMulti-taskingLeadership skill

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

OTHER DUTIES:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift: