What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Managed Transportation position at Suddath Van Lines, Inc.?
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At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive! Join a team that has a 100 year reputation for excellence as an innovative, growing and financially stable company that is dedicated to promoting a culture that thrives on inclusion and diversity. From numerous awards to being recognized as one of the best places to work, Suddath offers a caring, family environment while providing relocation and logistics services to people and companies all around the world.
What We Offer!
- A competitive wage with a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company matching
- Weekly pay for hourly-paid employees. Biweekly pay for salaried employees.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
- A tuition reimbursement plan where employees are encouraged to continue their education and development
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SUMMARY
Position is responsible for the general oversight and success of the NXTPoint Logistics Managed Transportation operation. Assigned areas of business may include transportation brokerage, specialized services (FF&E), or other identified areas of the transportation operations. Oversight includes responsibility for the financial health of the assigned operation(s), ownership of the customer experience, implementation and onboarding of new customers and talent development within the organization. This position will work closely with the Sales, Solutions, and Operations teams to identify the feasibility of opportunities, be a resource on sales calls, and verify profitability of on-going and existing business. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining relevant financial metrics that will meet / exceed performance goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience :
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related discipline required. Master's Degree preferred. Must possess a minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation or supply-chain related field. Lean / Six Sigma certification or experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Travel :
Ability to travel within the United States up to 10% of the time.
PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Activity Level :
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, see clearly and talk or hear. Must be able to occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
Working Conditions :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Suddath Companies is a multifaceted group of companies that specialize in worldwide corporate employee relocations, household moving, warehouse and logistics management and specialized transportation services.
The Suddath Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
