Logistics Lead

Oshkosh Corporation • McConnellsburg, PA

1d • $92,600 - $154,400 • Onsite

About The Position

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. The Logistics Lead will be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of the Oshkosh logistics system. Lead for logistics routing, consolidating freight and providing system metrics are main responsibilities of this role to support Oshkosh Corporation’s requirements. The Logistics Lead will review carrier base, assess current business needs and capabilities, and lead initiatives to find and support capacity requirements. This role will be responsible for global transportation market condition data gathering and information dissemination to logistics team members. YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Assess compliance and conformance by service providers; lead discussions with providers on action plans and overall performance. Assess market for key capacity partners; develop relationships by educating potential new partners on Oshkosh value as a customer. Lead Long-Term Agreements negotiations with carrier partners. Lead development of requirements, bid strategy, process improvements, quote packages, data gathering, evaluation and analysis of complex, large scale bid packages. Integral knowledge of the Oshkosh Logistics freight system and how it works. Deep understanding of logistics for all modes and high level understanding of global transportation market. On an occasional basis support shipment execution of both inbound or outbound (including expedites). Coach and mentor other logistics team members and share logistics and industries expertise. Champion continuous improvements events and lead implementation of changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with six (6) or more years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a relative area. OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.
• Experience with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
• Occasional travel required; typically less than 25%.

Responsibilities

• Assess compliance and conformance by service providers; lead discussions with providers on action plans and overall performance.
• Assess market for key capacity partners; develop relationships by educating potential new partners on Oshkosh value as a customer.
• Lead Long-Term Agreements negotiations with carrier partners.
• Lead development of requirements, bid strategy, process improvements, quote packages, data gathering, evaluation and analysis of complex, large scale bid packages.
• Integral knowledge of the Oshkosh Logistics freight system and how it works.
• Deep understanding of logistics for all modes and high level understanding of global transportation market.
• On an occasional basis support shipment execution of both inbound or outbound (including expedites).
• Coach and mentor other logistics team members and share logistics and industries expertise.
• Champion continuous improvements events and lead implementation of changes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level