Summary of Position

Manage the implementation and execution of outbound transportation policies and procedures that willprovide the lowest landed cost of goods, meeting outbound transportation budget and servicerequirementsDevelop, report, monitor and communicate outbound transportation financials in a timely manner, toinclude but not limited to budget, P&L, accrual and forecastWork closely with the outbound transportation functional teams and leadership to minimize outboundfreight expense while optimizing store serviceConduct training, enforce policies, utilize systems and optimize procedures as guided by managementFacilitate the payment of invoices for dedicated carriers on a weekly basis

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Effectively execute domestic outbound transportation financial analysesParticipate in annual outbound transportation budget in collaboration with leadershipExecute monthly accrual to a legal, financial and company standardPrepare financial statements and reports by obtaining data from company finance and operational systemsValidate and challenge budget assumptions used by business owners and verify accuracy of the informationPrepare monthly P&L in a timely manner with appropriate narrative and action items, highlighting trends and opportunitiesReforecast and delineate variance(s) as needed to capture and report finance fluctuations, allowing for execution of identified cost avoidance opportunitiesParticipate in or facilitate annual and spot audits in conjunction with internal audit to ensure procedure compliance with controlsRepresent outbound transportation in company finance meetings, to include meeting facilitation and presentationWork with carriers partners and outbound operations team to ensure weekly self-invoices are correct and paid according to contractsEnsure the proper level of communication and customer service responseOrganize and prioritize workloadComplete other various assignments, as required

 

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree with a major in business, economics or finance.2+ years of transportation finance or financial institution experience.Strong mathematical, financial audit and analytical skills.Possess an ability to conceive, develop and implement new ideas, procedures and processes whether organically or though staying attune to new technologies and procedures.Ability to work will with people at different levels within and outside of the company.Strong organizational, administrative, written and verbal communication skills.Extensive working knowledge of the MS Office suite, especially Outlook, Access and ExcelKnowledge of transportation software applications from a finance perspective.Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously.Should exhibit initiative, dependability, ability to work with minimal direct supervision.Demonstrate a desire to stay aware of and follow new financial policies and procedures.Must possess qualities of integrity, discretion and strong ethics.Ability to be successful in a changing environment and lead through the ambiguity of change.Should exhibit initiative, dependability, ability to work with minimal direct supervision.Strong operational and financial analytical skills, the ability to think critically and problem solve.Ability to write and understand SQL

 

Desired Qualifications

Prefer previous experience in finance sector of retail industry and/or large transportation company.Knowledge of pricing and contract schemas for LTL, TL, IM, and dedicated transportation.

 

This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, as they may be amended or added to as needed.