Manage and oversee all operational aspects of Logistics, within assigned region
Ensure local Logistics teams are evaluating performance of transportation providers and holding them accountable for a variety of metrics, including, but not limited to on time performance, cost and customer service satisfaction
Primary responsibility and focus, at the assigned regional level, for network costs, including but not limited to reviewing and containing average costs per trip, average costs per mile, and other costs related metrics to meet budgeted transportation expenses over managed territories
Drive cost containment initiatives through innovative recommendations
Provide support for organization
Direct Logistics Team in retention of and recruitment to the existing network to ensure that networks are comprehensive in geographic and mode coverage
Direct Logistics Team in field monitoring and issuing of performance improvement plans (PIP) for transportation providers’ subpar performance
Ensure transportation providers (TP) are educated and trained in accordance with MTM and contract specific requirements
Ensure TPs are compliant with all requirements, credentials and policies
Participate in planning, revisions, implementation and execution of updated amendments and/or regulations
Responsible for daily guidance, development and performance of all direct reports
Provide contract and MTM policy interpretation and assistance to local Logistic Team
Facilitate town halls, conventions and seminars
Regular attendance is required
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
College degree or four years of related work experience
2+ years of previous experience in management or in a proven leadership role
3+ years of previous experience in transportation, logistics, operations, or fleet management is required (5+ years is preferred)
Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Account Manager or relevant related experience