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Mauser Packaging Solutions
Transportation Manager
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
Manages the selection, performance and measurement of carriers. Negotiates freight rates and services. Highly analytical. Administration of contracts, rate tariffs, operating authority, certificates of insurance, SCAC code confirmation, etc. Manages route guides, ensuring carriers are selected with the appropriate capacity and service levels while achieving budget goals. Works closely with the TMS provider ensuring reports and data are accurate and providing value to drive the business forward. Oversees and administering the carrier claim process. Manages the carrier freight payment and audit process. Manages carrier compliance, cost and strategy. Develops, audit and oversee plant shipping policy. Supervises fleet relationships. Manages logistics 3PL relationships.Requirements:
Bachelor's degree/major in supply chain, logistics, transportation or business. 7 - 12 years' experience in transportation operations / logistics or transportation procurement (analyst moved up to manager). Experience with carrier negotiations, agreements and tariffs. Knowledge of all modes of transportation, especially TL, IMDL, LTL and fleet. Willing to travel up to 20% of the time for business purposes (US and Canada). Experience with TMS and 3PL solutions. Knowledge ofDOT, IATA, IMDG
code, 49 CFR, US Census Bureau, Customer and other governmental regulations. Microsoft Office Suite expertise in Word, Excel and PowerPoint Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.Career Insights for Transportation Manager
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What they do
A Transportation Manager coordinates transportation operations within an organization or a company or directs the activities of an organization that provides transportation services.
$85,265 / year median in Illinois
-1% projected decline