Manager, Outbound Transportation

Brother International Corporation•Bartlett, TN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Outbound Transportation is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the transportation and logistics processes for outbound shipments/operations. Additionally, this role involves managing logistics, coordinating with carriers, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving efficiency in transportation processes. This role is responsible for coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring that goods are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively. The Manager, Outbound Transportation plays a crucial role in supporting and optimizing the relationship with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, as well as strategic planning and collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain Management/Logistics
Minimum 7 years Experience working with cross functional teams to-Leading process improvement initiatives in an operations environment; Experience working with large data sets and transcribing into meaningful information; Experience working with Transportation Companies-Managing TMS Operations
Minimum 5 years Managing Transportation Operations Financials
TMS
Excel
SAP

Responsibilities

Analyze transportation processes and identify areas for improvement
Communicate between different warehouses and collaborate with leadership on critical issues impacting transportation productivity and workforce
Oversee and manage all TN outbound transportation activities
Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize operational efficiency and reduce cost
Develop policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operation of transportation productivity and workforce
Coordinate with carriers and 3PL to ensure timely delivery of goods to fulfill Customers Service Level Agreements
Ensure all transportation activities comply with regulatory requirements and company policies
Partner with Procurement to lead bidding processes for Parcel, TL and LTL operations to reduce operational cost and improve service levels
Partner with Order Management and Warehouse Operations to fulfill Customer operational requirements
Review and approve carriers' monthly invoices value to assure alignment with monthly execution
Clearly communicate goals, service expectations, and performance metrics to the 3PL, including, delivery times, service levels, and process/procedures
Share demand forecasts and trends to help the 3PL plan resources and inventory more effectively
Provides resolution on escalated transportation issues to multiple business units
Develop and discuss contingency plans for potential disruptions in the supply chain
Establish key performance indicators (KPI) relevant to the 3PL provider’s operations, such as on time delivery rates, order accuracy, cost per shipment, and inventory turnover
Review cost structure and identify opportunities for savings or efficiency improvements
Negotiate rates and terms with the 3PL provider to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
Partner with the Customer Compliance team to evaluate on a daily/weekly and monthly basis customer compliance penalties to develop strategic and operational action plans with carriers to improve operational performance
Serves as an objective point of view to suggest solutions and partner with senior management collectively to implement and execute solutions
Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in transportation processes
Drive continuous improvement and align with overall corporate policies
Utilize analytical expertise to develop and manage key initiatives directed by Senior Management
Develop and implement together with the IT organization reports and metrics to guarantee operational control of the transportation operation