Manager, Transportation

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Tucker, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Align supply chain logistics solutions with the company’s financial, order fulfillment, customer requirement, and sales strategies. Develop and maintain transportation management systems, processes, procedures, and networks to ensure the lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer service and KPI adherence.

Requirements

5 years of supply chain logistics and transportation experience
5 years of proven work experience as a team manager or supervisor
3-5 years of experience managing Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Highly analytical; superior data mining skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong leadership and team-building skills with an intense desire to drive positive change and deliver results
Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as seek proactive solutions
Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external partners to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business or relevant field preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the coordination and execution of all transportation activities across the organization
Review transportation contracts and rate sheets; perform rate analysis/benchmarking for carrier RFQs as needed
Manage the deployment, implementation, integration, and maintenance of our Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to promote supply chain optimization
Serve as a liaison with transportation partners, promoting healthy and effective supplier relationships
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive viable solutions that generate cost savings and service level
Promote supply chain network optimization, focusing on low cost, high service distribution methods
Lead team that coordinates transportation providers and supply chain planning, sales, procurement, and customer service teams to ensure all internal and external customer needs are met
Manage the processes and procedures for daily load tracking, daily/weekly reporting, and regular troubleshooting
Develop and maintain carrier and team performance metrics including standardized carrier and planner scorecards
Ensure all company and customer KPIs are met or exceeded; report on progress and develop action plans for improvement
Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues; develop action plans for improvement and provide follow-up
Enhance current processes and procedures, creating and maintaining SOPs with a strong focus on best practice and continuous improvement
Ensure adequate carrier capacity at all plants to meet customer orders and protect against market volatility
Address all reported claims related to damaged goods by carriers and ensure company interests are represented when resolving claims
Ensure carriers comply with all DOT carrier regulations
Serve as backup for Director of Transportation and transportation analysts, planners, and coordinators
Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
Perform other job-related duties as assigned