Position Description
Lead supplier management initiatives for assigned projects to establish high-quality performance and value delivery for xPL Offsite transportation activities and operational teams to meet service cost and performance goals. Manage and optimize relationships with third-party logistics providers and transportation carriers. Oversee daily project operations in transportation for accurate and efficient handling of domestic and international goods.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities
• Serve as primary main point of contact with transportation providers for xPL Offsite Transportation operations for assigned projects. • Develop and implement logistics strategies to meet project objectives and manage expectations for transportation requirements aligned with internal stakeholders on inbound outbound and return goods flows. • Manage domestic and international transportation partners and Third-party logistics providers to facilitate excellent customer service and cost-effective operations for awarded vendors. • Maintain relationships with transportation providers to monitor and confirm proper handling based on best practices, budget agreed performance levels, and xPL Offsite logistic standards. • Create, maintain, and review key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting metrics to identify opportunities to improve costs and services and avoid financial exposures. • Serve as primary transportation contact for onsite project teams xPL Offsite teams and other internal leaders. • Maintain compliance with existing contracts and partner workflows, e.g., transport customs through KPIs analysis, and conduct structured business reviews to identify risks, mitigate issues, and address complaints. • Manage budgets and adhere to financial targets related to transportation management services and track profitability and trend financial performance. • Provide real-time reports about assigned projects, e.g., performance status, risks, issue management, at regular intervals to xPL Transportation management. • Engage in continuous learning activities to stay informed of emerging transportation technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and share findings and best practices with the team. • Supervise team and participate in hiring process, onboard new employees, deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, contribute to performance appraisals during the annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with employee development needs.
Other Activities, Duties, and Responsibilities as Assigned
This role is specifically located in Monroe, LA, and requires you to be onsite daily.