Transportation Manager

Airbus•Dulles, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe. We are on a mission to provide world class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan. In Satair, you can challenge the status quo, pioneer new ways of working, and generate real value for airlines and suppliers worldwide. Being part of the Airbus family gives us the opportunity to live a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams and collaborating across functions, sites and cultures. If you want to work as one team embracing a can-do attitude in a demanding environment, then we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow, making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation. In this context we are looking for Transportation Manager to join our team in Dulles, VA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration (OR an equivalent combination of education and experience)
3-5 years of experience in transportation management, freight forwarding, or logistics management
Proven track record within the transportation environment
Project Management Expertise and used to work with external service providers
Ability to clearly communicate complex logistics issues to non-logistics stakeholders.
Communication and stakeholder management skills
Authorized to Work in the U.S. without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CPL (Certified Logistics Professional) and CTL (Certified in Transportation and Logistics) preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Monitor the performance of Transport Service Providers (3PLs/Integrators) within the region. Conduct performance reviews to ensure local adherence to global SLAs, costs, and quality standards, acting as the "boots on the ground" for our global carrier strategy.
Oversee the high-level execution of shipments originating from or destined for our EMEA sites. Act as the escalation point and controller, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulations (e.g., EU customs, Brexit requirements).
Act as the dedicated Transport Partner for regional Sales, Customer Order Desk, and Warehouse Operations teams in the US locations. Translate their specific local needs into logistics solutions while ensuring alignment with global governance.
Serve as the regional Subject Matter Expert (SME) for complex flows, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) and project cargo, ensuring local operational hurdles are overcome swiftly.
Represent the region in global transport projects. Ensure that regional requirements are considered in global network designs and actively share best practices with counterparts in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Other duties as assigned