xPL Traveling Transportation Program Manager

Position Description: Lead
supplier management initiatives to establish high-quality performance and value
delivery for xPL Offsite transportation activities and operational teams to
meet service, cost, and performance goals. Establish, manage, and optimize
relationships and negotiate service agreements with third-party logistics
providers and transportation carriers. Oversee daily operations in transportation for
accurate and efficient handling of domestic and international goods.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and evaluate domestic and international transportation partners and Third-party logistics providers to facilitate excellent customer service and cost-effective operations.
• Negotiate contracts, support new service rollouts, and serve as main point of contact with transportation providers for xPL Offsite Transportation operations.
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to meet client objectives and manage expectations for transportation requirements aligned with internal stakeholders on inbound, outbound, and return goods flows.
• Establish structured contract management disciplines for vendor pre-qualification, Request for Proposals (RFP), and contract updates and renewal processes.
• 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.
• Engage in continuous learning activities to stay informed of emerging transportation technologies, industry trends, and best practices and share findings and best practices with team.
• Supervise team and participate in hiring process, onboard new employees, deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, contribute to performance appraisals during 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 is not a remote role.

***Project Location/Travel: This opportunity is for an advanced technology project in Northern Louisiana. Travel or relocation for the duration of the project is required.***

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program, advanced degree (MBA) or Master's Degree, preferred, in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field of study, and minimum of 12 years of experience with progressive responsibility in supply chain operations, transportation, or logistics and with minimum of 3 years of experience in a direct supply chain function, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Knowledge of procurement processes, implementation of 4PL, transportation carrier/mode network, and transportation services
• Experience in supply chain, 4PL, commercial construction, or related industry
• Extensive knowledge of domestic and international manufacturers, suppliers, and maintain information on industry trends
• Advanced knowledge of inventory and supply chain management
• Ability to quickly understand root cause and identify scalable solutions
• Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities and achieve project milestones for on- time completion
• Ability to prioritize, resolve, and drive closure to open issues
• Ability to read and interpret general contract and subcontract documents, scopes of work, and project schedules
• Negotiation skills with ability to influence outcomes
• Professionalwritten and verbal communication with effective presentationdelivery skills, able to anticipate needs of audience, and tailor communications appropriately
• Process and critical thinking skills with sound judgement for decision-making and problem solving
• Interpersonal and team building skills with ability to work acrossorganizational levels and develop trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Able to motivate teams and projects to move forward in a complex environment
• Supervisory management experience with ability to mentor, delegate, and develop employees
• Ability to drive process enhancements and develop pragmatic approaches and solutions to drive simplification through continuous improvement concepts and methodologies
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, control tower, and transportation management systems (e.g., SAP, Manhattan, Infor, Blue Yonder)

Frequent travel

Physical Demands:
The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel
objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee
frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is
regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short
and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly
lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25
pounds.

Work Environment:
The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee regularly works in an office setting or remote location.
The
noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office
setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety
policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

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