Senior Manager, Logistics Operations
Duryea, PA - USA
Job Summary
To lead domestic logistics operations and coordinate imports from international vendors to our US locations ensuring reliable compliant and cost-effective transportation while developing the team driving continuous improvement and identifying savings opportunities
Manage domestic transportation across small parcel LTL and truckload and coordinate ocean and air freight imports from international vendors to our US locations
Lead coach and develop logistics team members establish clear expectations and hold employees accountable for performance and results
Serve as the key contact with the carrier industry and maintain strong relationships with carriers freight forwarders booking agents customs brokers vendors and other logistics partners
Coordinate with international vendors Inventory Control Purchasing/Sourcing and other departments to align inbound shipments and domestic transportation with supply chain needs and resolve shipment issues
Research transportation services and lead carrier sourcing annual rate and contract negotiations and service-performance evaluations to secure reliable service and cost-effective rates for domestic shipments and imports to our US locations
Identify quantify and implement freight savings and cost-avoidance opportunities while maintaining service and operational requirements
Establish logistics goals and measure results using freight costs service levels capacity transit times claims accessorial charges and other key performance indicators
Ensure domestic transportation and imports to our US locations comply with applicable US transportation and Customs regulations import documentation requirements and CTPAT standards
Use data technology and automation to improve transportation planning reporting decision-making and overall logistics performance
Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management
Complete the Annual CTPAT Security Training
Focus on continuous improvement and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary
Must be:
A team player friendly professional detail-oriented and honest
An open-minded critical thinker who rapidly develops creative solutions in challenging situations
Must have the ability to:
Multi-task problem-solve and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment
Strong emotional intelligence and collaboration
Lead coach develop and hold team members accountable for performance and results
Effectively communicate critical information to internal stakeholders and Senior Leadership
Must have:
Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
Strong analytical skills
Excellent negotiation and project management skills
Excellent leadership and relationship building skills
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent presentation verbal and written communication skills
Strong working knowledge applying artificial intelligence (AI) tools in a business or analytical environment to improve analysis reporting automation decision-making or process efficiency preferred
Working knowledge of Pride operating systems preferred
At least 7 years of experience managing transportation distribution supply chain and/or logistics operations including but not limited to:
Identifying and implementing cost-reduction process-improvement or operational-efficiency initiatives
Managing domestic transportation operations carrier relationships and freight negotiations
Managing imports from international vendors to US locations including ocean and/or air freight freight forwarders customs brokers and import documentation requirements
At least 5 years of experience managing a team of at least 3 employees
Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred
Associates degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration or a related field
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration or a related field
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive
In exceptional circumstances some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Pride Mobility Products/Quantum Rehab is an Equal Opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin physical or mental disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law Pride Mobility Products/Quantum Rehab is an Affirmative Action Employer with obligations under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you are a person with a disability a disabled veteran or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment please contact our human resources department at 1- x1250.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
About Company
Pride Mobility Products® Corporation is the world's leading designer and manufacturer of mobility products.