An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Transportation Manager, Americas!!
Location: Austin, TX
Job ID: 34824
HID is looking for a Senior Transportation Manager for the Americas region to lead transportation procurement efforts, manage HID Global’s network of freight forwarder partners, enhance business development, and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities include developing key transportation strategies regarding network structure, product flow, distribution, reverse logistics, and supplier management.
Who are we?
HID Global powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.
We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo
Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):
HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions.
This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security.
As our Senior Transportation Manager, Americas, you’ll support HID’s success by:
Driving value by leveraging the strategic sourcing process including, but not limited to, RFI/RFP processes, landed cost modeling, industry benchmarking, and scenario optimization for the Americas region Developing and executing category strategies in line with driving best value (cost, quality, and service) across our supply chain Developing and executing negotiation strategies for supply agreements/contracts ensuring supplier accountability, contractual excellence, and service Building critical stakeholder relationships across the Supply Chain and Logistics Team, creating a rapport built on trust, respect, and value delivery Leading the supplier selection, risk assessment and contract negotiation process for key projects Collaborating with internal partners and uses these relationships to lead category strategies, pipeline items and short/medium/long-term goals to support the ongoing delivery of product pipeline Ensuring that appropriate Supplier Relationship Management programs are in place for strategic and critical suppliers in the concerned categories of spend Providing regular progress updates to Senior Leadership and to key internal partners Leading negotiations across critical supply agreements using strong value-based techniques Monitoring, tracking, and reporting on savings and incremental value of sourcing activities Stimulating and supporting innovation by using the supplier base, regularly reviewing market developments, and mobilizing the appropriate internal network Ensuring assumptions, risks, and opportunities are identified, monitored, and reported on to ensure flawless execution Understanding requirements of internal customers in each business area, develops transportation solutions accordingly, and monitors the cost and operational performance of third-party transportation services providers Intaking multimodal projects to drive readiness initiatives and detailed execution Assisting in logistics service provider onboarding, engagement, service enablement, and supports operational plans Leading implementation and process improvement, and securely manages transportation processes Developing operational metrics to meet business requirements Maintaining operational visibility to all shipments in transit by tracking and tracing, communicates in-transit milestones to internal customers, and escalates issues to logistics service providers and/or management, as appropriate Negotiating freight rates with logistics service providers and performs benchmarking analyses to ensure cost-competitiveness Determining key metrics and measures of success for logistics service providers, collects data to assess key performance indicators (KPI)/service level agreement (SLA) adherence to contractual requirements, maintains a metrics dashboard, and ensures accurate milestone reporting Based on metrics data collected, helps conduct periodic logistics services provider performance reviews, and tracks logistics services provider correction of error actions Influencing logistics service provider investments in continuous improvement to reduce costs and risks Managing claims for transport-related cargo loss or damage Seeking opportunities for network optimization through consolidation of shipments, process improvement, and development of analytics tools and mechanisms Exhibiting a constant passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences Representing the HID Global Logistics team and acts as a subject matter expert in cross-functional initiatives Working with regional acquisitions to perform due diligence reviews and align operational processes with global standards and best practices Controlling inbound and outbound freight costs and maintains appropriate balance between lead time and cost Supporting, coaching, and keeping the broader team motivated to improve processes and operations Meeting cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness targets Complying with laws, regulations, and ISO requirements Managing HID Global’s CTPAT program compliance and related activities
Your Experience and Background include:
Experience with all modes of transportation (ocean, air, ground, parcel, rail), creation of standard operating procedures, development of supplier on-boarding documents, inbound/outbound, and warehousing Understanding of pricing models and contract terms Experience in contracting, including but not limited to Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Amendments, and NDAs Understanding of standard procurement processes, supply markets, suppliers and products Experience working in a global environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners Ability to understand and excel within a global supply chain given market dynamics, category complexity, and supply risk management Be comfortable with ambiguity Be curious to learn new skills and in-depth about technology, our customers’ concepts, and pushing your comfort zone Be an effective multi-tasker who navigates a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with grace and efficiency Experience in global trade compliance, security, and supplier compliance auditing Be knowledgeable about dangerous goods or have prior certification in 49CFR, IMDG, IATA regulations Have CSCP or similar industry certification Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related discipline or relevant experience, and/or: 10+ years of logistics and/or transportation management experience in a global environment, 5+ years of relevant experience in the multimodal transportation industry, 5+ years of driving process improvements experience, 3+ years of driving end-to-end delivery and communicating results to senior leadership Established track record of successful Supply Chain project implementations
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and rewards package Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds
Why apply?
Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply. Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers. Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.
HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity.
We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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