Transportation and Logistics Manager
About The Position
The corporate Transportation Manager plans, directs, and coordinates transportation operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective movement of materials and goods supporting Carlex’s OE and aftermarket business. The role works directly with MP&L Managers at each Carlex location to ensure the logistics strategy is executed efficiently. The position oversees transportation and logistics spending, reporting, third-party logistics partners, bids and rate negotiations, routing, performance metrics, cost-saving initiatives, freight estimates and accruals, freight payments, regulatory compliance, freight-cost calculations for new production quotes, transportation changes associated with production and part transfers, trade advisors and brokers, claims, and invoice approvals. Regular travel to Carlex facilities is required, and work beyond 40 hours per week, including weekends and holidays, may be necessary depending on workload or projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in the logistics industry.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
- Strong experience and understanding of government regulations related to supply chain.
- Experience with strategic planning and implementation.
- Experience coordinating personnel and resources.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Advanced or intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work beyond 40 hours per week as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to travel regularly to Carlex facilities, up to 75%.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage short- and long-term logistics strategy for Carlex.
- Manage spending and reporting for logistics activities across plants and AGS.
- Plan, direct, and manage third-party logistics partners.
- Competitively bid Carlex transportation and logistics requirements.
- Negotiate transportation and logistics rates.
- Coordinate with manufacturing, warehouse operations, and suppliers to determine cost-effective routes.
- Develop and measure supply chain management performance metrics.
- Develop and execute savings initiatives with 3PL and plant MP&L personnel.
- Submit annual freight estimates for finance budgeting and monthly reporting.
- Submit monthly freight accruals and supervise freight payment activities.
- Ensure transportation activities comply with applicable state and federal regulations.
- Provide input on new production quotes by managing a component and inter-company freight-cost calculator.
- Track SOP, EOP, and part transfers to identify and proactively manage significant transportation-route changes.
- Supervise trade advisor services and broker actions to ensure compliance with U.S. import and export regulations.
- Resolve claims as necessary.
- Approve relevant invoices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
