MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
5 years’ experience in Transportation and Logistics services strategic sourcing for a Fortune 1000 company with an extensive domestic and international presence.
3 years’ experience leading/mentoring teams or leading large-scale projects
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with tariffs and rating methodologies (rates & services) in both US and global regions
Experience leading and influencing multiple individuals and groups
Experience and understanding of freight contracts and multiple methods of global transport
Experience and understanding of carrier operations
Experience in logistics analysis
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide Logistics expertise and support on logistics challenges to the Business unit ensuring timely resolution of issues as identified
Leverage change management, project management and similar disciplines to align stakeholders’ expectations
Develop and deploy KPIs reflecting areas of improvement or success
Review and assess the Business unit logistics network to identify changes in practices in order to optimize logistics execution and costs
Ensure all Logistics contracts have established transportation metrics and KPI’s for all Business Unit locations globally
Create and manage Standard Operating Procedures with the carriers
Conduct QBRs or Annual Reviews as necessary
Develop service level agreements inside existing contracts to ensure supplier performance
Performs analysis and comparison of freight rates to determine the most economical and efficient means to deliver product and Lead RFP/RFQ initiatives
Negotiate International and domestic contracts
Conduct needs analysis, form strategies, and align expectations with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
Preparing and giving presentations to leadership as necessary and Ad hoc assignments as needed
Provide feedback for continuous improvement ideas to logistics leadership
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of transportation regulations, pricing, operations, and regulatory programs
Strong knowledge of freight tariff rates/surcharges
Extensive knowledge of Global transportation Operations (i.e. Pricing, Performance Metrics and Operations)
Strong and varied knowledge of International and domestic logistics Industry and processes
In depth Knowledge of transportation and logistics costs and regulations
Advanced knowledge of transport tariffs
Demonstrated process improvement and systematic process improvement skills
Established negotiation skills with and selection of freight carriers
Experience using Word, Excel, Power Point, and multiple business applications
Ability to identify and resolve high complexity process/system problems
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
