Logistics Sourcing Advisor

FedEx•Green Bay, WI

About The Position

The Logistics Sourcing Advisor is responsible for developing and executing sourcing management strategies that are both holistic and value-driven; this includes but is not limited to managing service provider relationship and risk management initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in related field. In lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED and 8 years of relevant transportation experience.
Ability to follow policies and procedures.
Ability to read, write, and interpret information.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift.
Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions.
Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Manage service provider relationships - coaching and development; ensure mutual value with service provider partners (3PL of choice).
Accountable for the negotiation of service provider contracts including terms & conditions, rates, accessorial and fuel surcharge.
Collaborates cross-functionally to source and execute the capacity plans of new and existing customers and services.
Executes the carrier management strategies and ensures consistency across metrics, corrective action plans, etc.
Identifies researches and escalates new regulation and industry trends.
Partners with service providers to ensure contract and process compliance.
Supports business developments opportunities related to benchmarking events.
Serves as the escalation point of contact for carrier related freight claims.
Executes the carrier engagement strategy.
Adheres to all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Competitive wages depending on your location and experience, paid bi-weekly for both full-time and part-time opportunities.
401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
Tuition reimbursement program
Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one
Basic life insurance
Basic AD&D coverage
Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full-time employees after 180 days of service
Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
Paid bereavement and jury duty