Highlights of Senior Manager of Logistics and Transportation Position

This global role will help lead logistics and transportation procurement including enhancing an already-strong process. The incumbent will be a key driver in organizational cost savings via logistics procurement. This will include being recognized as a partner to the various business and functions representing value added procurement expertise in terms of supplier/service alternatives, contract and business negotiations and best in class terms and pricing. The individual will have responsibility over multiple areas including ocean, freight, LT, LTL, air, and overnight services such as UPS. The incumbent will also have the unique opportunity of setting up a new warehouse in China as well implementing a Transportation Management System (TMS).

Company Information

The client is an industry leader in technology. In addition to strong consumer brand awareness, the success of this company can be seen in its longevity, stability and financial success. Its financial strength is reflected in its strong listing on the Fortune 500 list. More than 1 million businesses worldwide use their products, including more than 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Manager of Logistics and Transportation Position

• Development of commodity strategies that support business requirements and leverage best in class pricing for client.
• Oversees the activities related to the procurement of transportation, logistics and brokerage services.
• Be recognized as a partner to the various business and functions representing value added procurement expertise in terms of supplier/service alternatives, contract and business negotiations and best in class terms and pricing.
• Put in place appropriate metrics, setting direction and providing feedback for continuous improvement for resources (internal and external).
• Coordinates purchasing activities with supply chain/global logistics and services departments to ensure correct services are procured and goals are met.
• The individual will have responsibility over multiple areas including ocean, freight, LT, LTL, air, and overnight services such as UPS.
• The incumbent will also have the unique opportunity of setting up a new warehouse in China.
• Look at advantages of implementing a Transportation Management System (TMS).

Qualifications and/or Requirements

• 6 + years of experience.
• Management experience. Will have multiple direct reports.
• Proven track record of developing category/commodity strategies and proven best in class performance on service and price from the selected supply base.
• Knowledge and experience of procurement tools such as e-auctions, benchmarking, and data analytics.
• Looking for a leader.
• Be able to drive change via an analytical, strategic process.

About the Author:

The Teldar Group is an Executive Search and Recruiting Firm specializing in placing professionals in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain positions.

All entries by Teldar Group