Inbound Transportation Manager - Hybrid/Remote - Import Operations & Supply Chain Expertise

Join a Leading Importer as an Inbound Transportation Manager and Drive Supply Chain Excellence

Are you a seasoned logistics professional with a passion for optimizing import operations and leading high-performing teams? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Inbound Transportation Manager in a hybrid/remote setting. As one of the United States' 50 largest importers by volume, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and value to our customers, and we're looking for a talented individual to help us achieve our goals.

About Our Company and Industry

Our company is a major player in the import industry, managing a vast network of suppliers, freight carriers, and warehouses across the globe. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we are constantly seeking ways to improve our operations and stay ahead of the curve. As an Inbound Transportation Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods from our vendors' doors to our US warehouse network, worth over $500M annually.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage inbound supply chain teams to optimize shipping activities, while working closely with freight forwarders and carriers to encourage high service levels and value
• Liaise with Procurement, Warehousing, and Finance teams regarding shipments and inventory/cash flow
• Oversee teams that coordinate ocean container shipping (including booking at origin), drayage trucking, analytics, and invoicing
• Ensure that staff execute at the company's high standards
• Liaise with third-party business partners, such as steamship lines, freight forwarders, truckers, and origin managers
• Monitor incoming inventory status at warehouses/distribution centers on a continual basis and help optimize ready-to-ship metrics without increasing detention and demurrage
• Participate in carrier contract negotiations and compliance
• Monitor developments and new technologies in Supply Chain Logistics
• Manage to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as cost per container and truckload, lead times, dwell times, and on-time delivery
• Develop and implement process improvements
• Participate in scheduled meetings as needed to stay in tune with company requirements and opportunities and keep the appropriate departments abreast of trends and changes in the logistics industry
• Help to resolve issues for high-priority customers, including special import requests
• Track and communicate cost and performance results
• Represent the company during occasional in-person meetings and conferences, as well as daily virtual calls
• Ensure team completion of high-ROI initiatives
• Manage expenses to budget constraints
• Utilize superior communications skills to motivate staff and develop effective working relationships with peers, executives, and clients
• Personally coach, train, and mentor team members and provide career development opportunities
• Conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports within the department and address all employee performance problems promptly and directly in accordance with personnel policies and procedures

Essential and Preferred Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Logistics experience, ideally in an importing function
• Knowledge of Ocean Freight and Drayage Trucking processes
• Experience in a consumer product, B2B, and/or e-commerce industry preferred, but not required
• Strong decision-making and attention to detail
• Ambition to succeed in a fast-paced team environment
• Demonstrated experience pulling together analysis and recommendations to present to senior leaders
• Proven team building, negotiating, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and people skills
• Strong verbal/written communication
• Exemplary organizational and follow-through
• Strong computer skills, proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with data science, business intelligence, and data analytics

Skills and Competencies Required for Success

As an Inbound Transportation Manager, you will need to possess a unique blend of technical, business, and interpersonal skills. Some of the key competencies required for success in this role include:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Leadership and team management
• Communication and negotiation
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Collaboration and partnership-building with internal and external stakeholders

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of career development opportunities and learning benefits. These include:

• Professional development training and coaching
• Mentorship and career guidance
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion
• Cross-functional training and exposure to other areas of the business

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our company culture is built on a foundation of innovation, teamwork, and customer focus. As an Inbound Transportation Manager, you will be working in a hybrid/remote environment, with the flexibility to work from home or in our Pennsylvania headquarters. Our office features an on-site fitness center, library, and café, and is dog-friendly.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a salary and comprehensive benefits, such as:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs and gym membership reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match

Remote Work Qualifications

To work in a remote or hybrid capacity, you will need to meet the following requirements:

• Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection
• A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free
• A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.)
• The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
• Legal residency in one of the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY

Ready to Apply?

If you are a motivated and experienced logistics professional looking to drive supply chain excellence and lead high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply now! We are excited to review your application and discuss this opportunity further.