Comprehensive knowledge of transportation in North America.Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organization and relationship management skills.Industry relevant certifications (i.e., LEAN, Six Sigma, APICS, PMP).Proficient in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce.Strategic Sourcing: Knowledge of strategic sourcing methods (Transportation bid processes: online, traditional), technologies and processes ability to analyze, improve and re-evaluate organizational procurement process continuously.Supplier Relationship Management: Knowledge of supplier relationship management concept and strategies ability to address critical issues to meet supplier needs and maintain engaged, partnering relationship with suppliers.Contracts Management and Administration: Knowledge of policies, standards and processes of how to manage and administer contracts ability to use proper processes and practices for managing and administering a variety of contractual agreements.Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.Pricing-proficient with transportation pricing and standards.Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.Data Analytics : Knowledge of techniques and processes for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data ability to discover useful information, draw logical conclusions, and support decision-making.Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.Bilingual ability to communicate fluently in both English and Spanish.Bachelor’s degree or higher AND at least 6-years’ experience in purchasing, logistics, supply chain, or transportation operations OR at least 10-years of experience in purchasing, logistics, supply chain or transportation operations in lieu of degree.Work with service providers to establish quarterly / half-yearly / annual business reviews with key stakeholders and ensure those business reviews are held with appropriate business units.Ensure carrier cost drivers are understood and communicated as needed.Track market rates using analytical tools and communicate those market trends through summary report to appropriate management and key business units on a regular basis.
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