Responsibilities
Lead and Inspire: As the leader of our Transportation Department, you will guide and inspire a team of dedicated Transport Coordinators. Your role will involve ensuring that our staff follows established processes and procedures, providing support and assistance, and fostering a culture of recognition, quality work, and teamwork.
Performance Enhancement: You will provide valuable feedback to the Transportation staff by reviewing their performance reports, identifying areas of strength and improvement, and working with them to enhance productivity and efficiency. Your expertise and guidance will help our team achieve outstanding results.
Growth and Development: Conducting annual reviews, you will provide comprehensive feedback to our staff, documenting the review process, and offering insights for personal and professional growth. By investing in our employees’ development, you will contribute to the overall success of our organization.
Seamless Operations: Managing staff absences is an essential aspect of this role. You will approve PTO requests, step in to fill any staffing gaps, and ensure the smooth functioning of our workplace. Your attention to detail and ability to adapt will be highly appreciated by the team.
Continuous Improvement: We value innovation and efficiency. In this role, you will collaborate with the Transportation staff to identify areas where process improvements can be made. By implementing changes and updating relevant documentation, you will contribute to streamlining our operations.
Vendor Partnerships: Onboarding transportation service providers is a critical responsibility. You will assess carriers based on their safety record, reputation, and capability, negotiate contract terms, and review insurance coverage. Your expertise will ensure that we work with top-notch providers who meet our transportation needs effectively and safely.
Cost-effective Solutions: Providing cost-effective freight solutions is essential. By collaborating with internal stakeholders, you will understand shipment requirements and select the most suitable carrier partners. Optimizing carrier partnerships and ensuring adherence to best practices will contribute to efficient and economical transportation operations.
Strong Relationships: Building strong relationships with our carriers is crucial for success. You will develop partnerships with key carriers, concentrate freight purchases with select partners, and negotiate favorable rates and terms with contracted freight companies.
Performance Oversight: Monitoring and evaluating carrier performance is essential to maintain high standards. You will review tender acceptance, document any issues or failures, analyze cost proposals, and ensure rate reliability. Your insights will guide our decision-making when working with carriers.
Damage Recovery: In case of damages incurred by carriers, you will take charge of the recovery process. This involves tracking vendor compliance, investigating and documenting incidents, and working with stakeholders to assess the impact and initiate claims. Your thoroughness and attention to detail will help us recover losses efficiently.
Vendor Management: As the point person for unknown vendor invoices, you will review and provide guidance on invoices forwarded from Accounts Payable. Your expertise in vendor management and attention to detail will make you an invaluable asset to the team.
Qualifications
Self-motivated with the ability to set and meet goals
Excellent communication skills with a passion for collaboration
Strong leadership abilities that inspire and encourage the team
Quality-conscious mindset with a focus on achieving team results
Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in data analysis and creative problem-solving
Excellent presentation skills
Reliable customer service orientation
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 74,000.00 Per Year
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