Job Description

Key responsibilities may include:

• Developing and implementing long-term transportation strategies aligned with company goals.
• Analyzing market trends and identifying potential opportunities for transportation optimization.
• Identifying and evaluating new transportation technologies and service providers.
• Designing and managing efficient transportation networks across multiple regions.
• Optimizing route planning and carrier allocation to minimize costs and maximize delivery times.
• Monitoring and adjusting network performance based on demand fluctuations.
• Identifying, evaluating, and negotiating contracts with carriers to secure optimal pricing and service levels.
• Managing relationships with key carrier partners, ensuring performance compliance and addressing service issues.
• Monitoring carrier performance metrics like on-time delivery, damage rates, and cost per shipment.
• Developing and managing transportation budgets to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities through route optimization, carrier negotiations, and freight consolidation.
• Implementing cost-reduction initiatives and tracking their impact.
• Ensuring adherence to all relevant transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Managing compliance documentation and reporting.
• Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) for transportation operations.
• Regularly monitoring and analyzing transportation data to identify areas for improvement.
• Reporting on transportation performance to senior management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities
• Deep understanding of transportation logistics, including carrier networks, pricing models, and regulatory compliance
• Proven experience in managing complex transportation operations
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to make informed decisions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field

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