Port Transportation Analyst

Description

About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customer's products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

This position will be responsible for assisting all trucking and rail operations out of Savannah Port. They will work alongside the Port Operations and HMGMA team members to ensure vehicles are shipped out in the most expeditious manner, supporting our customer's wholesale objectives. They will be a liaison to all contracted truck carriers who operate at this facility and will assist in all day to day operations and ensure all shipping KPIs such as Dwell Management are met or exceeded. They will also support GLOVIS HQ with correspondences with customer sales regions and any special projects.

Compensation

$44,000- $53,000/Annually (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection) 

Responsibilities

• Monitor truck carrier dwell performance at the plant and resolve any issues preventing carriers from shipping units in a timely manner
  • Take appropriate action to maintain truck carrier dwell within acceptable limits and meet/exceed our department KPIs
  • Monitor and track vehicle shipments in transit from origins to final destinations
  • Convert units normally assigned to rail over to truck as needed/requested by management and support faster transit times and deliveries
  • Work alongside Rail Operations team to ensure railcar supply is met on a daily basis. If railcar supply is not met, recovery plans should be made to make up shortfall in shipments from prior day
  • Ensure units are processed and released for truck carriers in an even flow based on the carrier network distribution as well as by sales regions
  • Utilize third party and backup carriers as needed when contracted carriers fail to meet their shipping obligations
• Inspects VPC for compliance with GLOVIS handling and transportation procedures and performs load line audits
  • Ensure Special Event or VIP units are processed in a timely manner and coordinate with the HQ team to ensure Special Move vehicles are picked up and delivered on time
  • Provide daily correspondence and report to HQ on the day to day trucking operations in the US Southeast. Employee should understand market trends of other OEMs and their sales initiatives, understanding how these can impact GLOVIS shipping
  • Support Export shipping operations out of Savannah Plant, ensuring truck carriers meet all deadlines and we meet all contractual obligations
  • Correspond with customer Sales Regions and support with any requests as needed
• Support Truck and Rail Test Loading for New Models and ensure all parties follow all vehicle handling procedures as stated in the handling manuals
  • Ensure truck carriers operate in the yard safely and follow all rules and procedures set forth by the VPCs
  • Support carriers with damaged, missing, or inoperable vehicles and ensure units are returned to shippable status as soon as possible
  • Create and submit ad hoc reports for GLOVIS executive management as needed
  • Other Duties As Assigned

Benefits of working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Qualifications

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are Required
• Proficient computer skills Required
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with experience using database systems; advanced level knowledge Required
• Strong ability to identify and correct errors Required 
• Detail oriented with ability to work in deadline-driven environment Required 
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning Required
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast paced environment Required
• Ability to train and mentor new employees Required 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• One (1) Year of Experience in Logistics, Trucking, Auto Hauling, Supply Chain, Third Party Brokerage Required
• Three (3) Years of experience in Logistics, Trucking, Auto Hauling, Supply Chain, Third Party Brokerage Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position will be located in the Savannah, GA office 
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Salary : $44,000 - $53,000