Logistics professionals with a passion for process improvement are invited to join our organization as a Transportation Execution Manager. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing and implementing world-class logistics processes that ensure timely delivery of goods at the best cost.
The team's objective is to manage freight execution flowing through transportation networks, focusing on carrier management, development, quality, and performance. This requires an ambitious individual who can represent a critical function within the wider organizational structure.
We aim to continuously improve service levels, capacities, and costs of the linehaul operation, ensuring promises to valued customers are fulfilled every time. Key responsibilities include:
* Transportation carrier performance management, including on-time truck performance monitoring.
* Pulling data from various databases (using Excel, Access, SQL, and/or other data management systems) and performing ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
* Identifying appropriate performance metrics for each program and ensuring consistent measurement and accountability.
* Continuous operational communication with external and internal stakeholders, including carriers and fulfillment centers.
* Developing performance metrics to drive business results and improve efficiency.
* Systematically escalating problems or variance in information and data to relevant owners and teams, ensuring timely resolution.
* Tracking existing metrics to detect and remove defects.
* Collaborating with carriers on continuous improvement initiatives and developing standard operating procedures.
A day in the life of a Transportation Manager involves resolving delivery performance issues that could negatively affect customers. You will understand the unique challenges of the transportation team and work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams to manage them effectively.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* Bachelor's degree
* Ability to prepare, report on, and interpret large sets of data
* Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLookUps
* Advanced English language proficiency, both spoken and written
* Experience in fast-paced Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Ecommerce environments
Preferred qualifications include knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology, experience with MS Access and SQL, and the ability to write clear and detailed requirement documents.
This is an excellent opportunity for logistics professionals to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact on customer satisfaction.