Senior Manager, Transportation

Description

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether you're starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

We live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity-and we're building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, don't let that stop you from applying! We're eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

From your PASSION to ours

The Sr. Transportation Manager focuses on Carrier and Broker development and the management of of transportation providers on behalf of the United Businesses of America (UBA). Responsibilities include new carrier/broker development, pricing, capacity, and service evaluation (including but not limited to formal RFP's), Key Performance Indicator evaluation, and leadership of business reviews. A key aspect is costing (rate) management, including internal and external benchmarking and assessments, to support driving value for transportation services to the UBA.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

* Assist in development of qualification Lactalis standards for both Carriers and Broker.

* Research and evaluate transportation companies and identify those operations and strategic vision fit well within the Lactalis network.

* Analyze carrier pricing and service to support the onboarding of new providers, and the competitiveness of incumbent partners. This includes leadership of RFP's which may be Local, Regional, or National in scope, across multiple modes of transport with extensive knowledge of truckload and Multi-stop Milk runs

* Manage the onboarding of new carriers including contract vetting (with collaboration with Legal), rate organization and distribution, and systems entry. Also, manage the exiting of carriers from UBA systems and procedures.

* Support key aspects of the Transportation Operations team including: carrier relationship management, transportation cost analysis, carrier service metrics, and departmental KPIs.

* Analyze performance to the monthly and annual transportation budget, which includes volume and rate variances. Drives countermeasures to substandard cost and service results. Supports the investigation of budget variances and will be responsible for a variety of reporting with will measure the department's performance.

* Lead, coordinate and conduct business reviews, soliciting data and feedback from impacted departments.

* Develop and / or support cost savings projects within Logistics in collaboration with cross functional teams.

* Evaluate overall Transportation industry trends and keep leadership current on potential opportunities and challenges.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Transportation team members in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

WORK CONDITIONS

* Travel may be required seldom.

* Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.

* To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential

* This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.

* Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company's overall performance and success.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required;

* Master's degree or higher preferred; or equivalent experience to include a minimum of eight (8) years job related experience

Experience

* 8+ years related experience required

* Experience in Transportation is required

* Rate negotiations

* DOT Rules and Regulations

* Route Optimization

* Previous experience with refrigerated carriers.

* Experience in Food Industry preferred

Certifications and specific knowledge

* Knowledge of RateView and various onboarding software systems

* Transportation Management Systems knowledge preferred

* Transportation contract development, negotiation, and management preferred

Competencies

* Superior communication skills, Analytics, written and verbal.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office; Microsoft Access is a plus

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.