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Sr. Transportation Manager
Location:
Indianapolis, IN
Description:
Summary **This role will focus on 3PL and Supply Chain Operations, not Trucking** The Sr. Transportation Manager contributes to meeting Langham Logistics goals of quality, profitability, and customer service and satisfaction by overseeing and managing the daily process and personnel of the Transportation Operations functions of the organization. The Sr. Transportation Manager executes the department initiatives of the organization's strategic plan, including formulating methods for achieving stated growth initiatives.The Sr. Transportation Manager works closely with the Director of Transportation to establish annual benchmark goals for the departments, including budgeting. The Sr. Transportation Manager is instrumental in establishing, implementing, and monitoring all policies regarding the activities and outcomes of all departments under his/her purview.The Sr. Transportation Manager is responsible for the effective development of employees in Transportation Operations and contributing to company goals of professional development. Key Outcomes Expected General Operational Performance: Partnering with the Director of Transportation to build culture action plans that best align to our strategies and business initiatives. Driving existing and new carrier and partner relationships Collaborating cross-functionally to onboard new clients and track/analyze performance. Recommending methods for improving associate efficiency and reducing waste of time and effort (e.g., restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, job setup and related) Influencing accountability to plan, execute and achieve objectives that align with company strategy for growth and profit. Identifying patterns and anticipating business needs that will drive performance. Delivering efficient and effective solutions that meet the constraints of time, cost and scope. Facilitating proactive change management to all levels of the department impacted by project rollouts. Measuring the effect of process changes and accurately quantifying the impact. Determines the most efficient sequence of Transportation Operations and workflow and recommends methods for maximum asset/people utilization. Leading/executing best practices to promote associate engagement and enablement. Identifying ways to build/implement talent capabilities at all levels while identifying opportunities for training and development. Interactions: Support the sales team with responding to RFPs, and the on-boarding process for new customers. Assist the sales team with a greater understanding of the processes and capabilities of the Transportation Operations Department. Provide feedback to the Director of Transportation regarding trends, customer challenges or issues with service. Managing: Provide leadership to the departments in all areas, including industry knowledge, trends and techniques in customer service, and professionalism. Manage and enhance carrier relations opportunities to support growth. Build bench strength by participating in the recruiting and interviewing process. Be attuned to Langham employees who demonstrate the potential to take on additional responsibilities and/or move into other positions. Hold employees accountable for meeting their goals and assignments and take appropriate steps when problems occur. Critical Skills, Knowledge and Behaviors Demonstrates understanding of the logistics and transportation industry, including regulatory requirements. Prior knowledge and understanding of Life Science and Temperature controlled transportation A full understanding of International Air/Ocean Import and Exports; Strong experience with ground expedite Experience with commercial air multi-leg coordination and development Experience with LTL carrier/client negotiating and optimization. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret financial statements. Ability to analyze financial information, recognize trends, and make decisions. Can operate within a budget. Experience responding and pricing RFP's (Request for Pricing) Prefer prior knowledge with Mercury Gate and/or CargoWise (TMS) Systems. Demonstrated ability to manage an overall process of a department or division Effective supervisory skills, including recruiting, teaching, coaching, mentoring. Able to guide others towards professional development in the industry. Can hold others accountable for performance. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Can effectively communicate with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds, education, and economic levels and roles. Proactive in anticipating and alerting others to problems with projects or processes. Able to negotiate with and influence others. Able to resolve conflicts. Experience and Education B. S. in a business-related discipline, prefer logistics. 5-10 years' experience in the transportation industry. 5 years management experience in a comparable organization. 5 - 8 years LTL, Truckload, Air, and international (Ocean) negotiations experience 5 - 8 years Domestic/International airfreight experience Physical Demands: Must be able to work proficiently with computer and other office equipment; Work is performed at Head Quarters.
Company:
Langham Logistics
Posted:
May 20 on HireCentric
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