Transportation Manager - Hartson Kennedy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 5-10 years proven experience working in the transportation industry
• Solid knowledge of supply chain management Logistics
• Understanding of DOT regulations
• Experience with FTL, Private Fleet, dedicated Fleet, and Parcel
• Proven experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point
• Candidate must be able to work independently and demonstrate the ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Precise attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills required.
• Analyzing the advantage/disadvantages between private fleet versus dedicated fleet.
• Investigate 3PL transportation opportunities
• Use of TMS and advanced dispatching functions
• Understand the dynamics of "Last Mile Deliveries"

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and supervising the shipments from production to end-user
• Develop dispatching and routing activities on outbound shipments
• Track and Monitor shipments to assure commitments are met and resolve daily transportation need
• Negotiates and secures transportation agreements with transportation partners. Conduct an annual bid process to ensure best prices available within given timeframe.
• Analyze shipping volumes between HK locations to develop synergies resulting in improved service and costs
• Maintain knowledge of regulations related to transportation including those related to hazmat shipments, safety, and freight classifications.
• Ensure compliance with domestic shipping legislation
• Manage carrier performance and relationships
• Collaboration with other departments, develops and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for transportation operations
• Reviews and analyzes expenditures and other financial information; uses results to develop and implement policies, plans, and budgets
• Manage freight invoice review and payment process, outsourced to third party accounts receivable partner.
• Develop a preferred carrier lists to be used by the warehouse managers
• Working knowledge of Customs and international shipments
• Manage HK fleet, including equipment leases and HK drivers
• Work with auditors as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for the position. Responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.