Logistics Operations Associate

Johns Manville•Littleton, CO

2d•$51,700 - $71,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Logistics Operations Associate is responsible for carrier selection and service levels across multiple business units. The Specialist's specific tasks include: the use of the corporate Transportation Management System (TMS) for outbound and inbound carrier selection based on cost, service, and level of commitment; determine equipment and service level requirements for multiple plant locations across business units and manage carrier selection and performance to meet cost and service expectations; maintain continuous contact and provide assistance to customer service groups, sales, plant purchasing, and plant shipping personnel; and secure and coordinate uninterrupted transportation services and materials flow to and from North American markets.

Requirements

Minimum of 0 to 2 years of work experience
Bachelor's degree preferred with o to 2 years of experience; 4 + years of work experience in lieu of degree
Working knowledge and experience in motor carrier transportation preferred
Knowledge of a Transportation Management System preferred
Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Solid customer service skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Basic knowledge of SAP or ERP systems is preferred
Minimal travel required (0 - 5 days per year)
Work environment is typical of an office setting
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Utilize the corporate TMS for carrier selection on outbound and inbound shipments from multiple plant locations across all business units
Implement the day-to-day transportation plan
Implement and maintain company policy and standard operating procedures
Monitor service level requirements and equipment commitments with motor carriers
Monitor carrier service level performance and meet internal reporting requirements
Report cost reduction opportunities within assigned planning markets
Determine optimal mode between truckload, LTL and intermodal based on delivery requirements
Maintain good and ethical relationships with carrier/association contacts
Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports
As directed, study possible savings and service improvements through use of new and/or improved carrier equipment, methods, and procedures
Upon request from the procurement team, prepare any data for the negotiation of carrier services and equipment within assigned planning markets
Responsible for performing specific activities under direct supervision
Work is outlined in detail by others
Limited discretion within well established guidelines to include order of work tasks
Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
May be required to perform other related duties as assigned