Arconic

Transportation Manager

Arconic$95K — $115K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years of professional experience in transportation or equivalent
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Well-versed in conflict management and negotiation strategies
  • Strong influencing skills with ability to lead and engage diverse teams
  • Ability to communicate effectively across cultures and organizational levels
  • Strategic mindset with problem-solving capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic relationships with carriers and modes of transportation
  • Optimize transportation network for cost reduction and utilization
  • Support day-to-day operations and resolve shipping issues
  • Standardize metrics to quantify performance and identify improvements
  • Drive resolution of transportation-related quality concerns
  • Partner with locations to determine freight requirements and negotiate with carriers
  • Execute strategic transportation sourcing and maintain relationships with carriers
  • Provide monthly transportation spend reporting to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Participation in a strategic alliance with business partners
  • Opportunities for cross-functional collaboration
  • Potential for transformative impacts on Transportation Management System
  • Support for continuous improvement initiatives
  • Up to 50% travel allowance for business purposes
Full Job Description
Job Description

Arconic is currently in search of a Transportation to join our Kawneer Business.

Job Summary:

BCS is currently in search of a Transportation Manger to lead our North American distribution network from our headquarters in Alpharetta, GA. The Transportation Manger will drive successful execution of a company-wide transportation program, while propelling continuous improvement activity and strategic logistics initiatives. This role will also support the launch and implementation and ongoing management of our Primary Carrier Agreements.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Operations
  • Responsible for strategic relationships with multiple carriers and modes of transportation, including dry van, open top and LTL. Our products require unique solutions to ship without damage.
  • Accountable for optimization of transportation across the network including shipping methods, and freight and lane types in effort to best service our internal and external customers while driving cost reduction and truck utilization
  • Support day-to-day operations, including problem solving with Shipping and Project Management teams in locations and Service Centers regarding daily issues (missed pick-ups, trailer shortages, dropped loads, cancelled loads, etc.). Serve as help chain for escalating issues with carriers when needed.
  • Standardize and/or create metrics to quantify performance and identify levers requiring attention.
  • Drive resolution of quality concerns caused by transportation (internally and externally) with added vigor in root cause, problem-solving, action tracking and escalation as appropriate.


Sourcing
  • Partner with plant locations and service centers to determine accurate freight requirements. Translate needs and negotiate with 3rd Party transportation carriers via formal freight RFP's and ongoing business reviews.
  • Partner with commercial teams to identify and capture targeted market growth opportunities by leveraging a differentiated transportation service offering.
  • Execute strategic transportation sourcing initiatives including flatbed, dry van and open top trucking with existing carrier base. If the need for new supply source is identified, partner with Procurement to vet new carrier(s) accordingly.
  • Responsible for building and maintaining strategic operational relationships with trucking companies across North America to support transportation and logistics between Kawneer plants, service centers and customers.
  • Partner with Procurement to resolve carrier performance against contractual agreements if needed.


Financial Performance and Reporting
  • Drive process improvement and streamlining of operational and financial tracking and reporting processes.
  • Responsible for interpreting large sets of data and making strategic decisions while understanding the financial impacts.
  • Provide monthly reporting to stakeholders regarding location transportation spend.
  • Review weekly aging reports with identified location contacts to resolve past due carrier invoices.

Also note:
  • Develop and support a strategic alliance with business partners. Participates in cross-functional activities focused on solving business issues and enhancing our competitive advantage.
  • Develop and execute a strategic roadmap to make transformative step-changes in the maturity level of Kawneer's Transportation Management System.
  • Lead continuous improvement of freight related processes for Kawneer, as well as champion the same expectation with 3rd Party transportation carriers.
  • Up to 50% travel
  • Driven individual, self-motivated to lead organizational change management


Qualifications

You have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/ Logistics Management, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or related field
  • 7+ years of professional experience in transportation or equivalent experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • Excellent written, and verbal communication skills
  • Well-versed in conflict management and negotiation strategies
  • Strong influencing skills with ability to lead, engage and energize diverse resources
  • Proven aptitude to effectively communicate in multi-cultural environments across multiple locations and all levels of the organization
  • Strategic mindset, able to understand the big picture and proactively address opportunities and remove roadblocks in the path of achieving goals
  • Innate ability to quickly respond to and consistently follow-up on internal stakeholder and external customer needs
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position


Preferred Qualifications:
  • 10+ yrs Experience with Specialty Freight types
  • 7+ yrs Experience with 3PL's or large-scale logistics operations
  • 7+ yrs Experience with logistics of metals
  • Advanced experience with business intelligence and analytic tools
  • Demonstrated success developing and delivering complex distribution strategies
  • MBA/ MS or advanced degree

About Arconic

Arconic produces aluminum sheets, plates, extrusions, and architectural products for the ground transportation, aerospace, building and construction, industrial, and packaging industries. Rolled Products, Extrusions, and Building and Construction Systems (BCS) are the company's operating segments. The Rolled Products segment generates the majority of its revenue, which is used in the production of finished goods ranging from automotive body panels and airframes to industrial plate and brazing sheets.

Arconic Careers

Joining Arconic means becoming part of a global team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and leadership in the industry. As a company renowned for its commitment to quality and precision in advanced manufacturing, Arconic offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Arconic, your work will directly contribute to projects that redefine what's possible in the world of manufacturing. Our team at Arconic is at the forefront of industry innovation, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to develop lightweight, high-performance metals that are critical to the success of industries ranging from aerospace to automotive.

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Arconic is not just a company; it's a place where you can shape your future. Join us and you will find opportunities for growth through professional development, leadership training, and access to global experiences. Our commitment to career advancement is evident in our robust training programs and our dedication to promoting from within.

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Our culture at Arconic is built on collaboration, diversity, and the shared goal of excellence. We believe in empowering our employees with the skills and support they need to thrive. You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are not only experts in their fields but are also eager to mentor and collaborate.

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Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Arconic. From developing new manufacturing processes to creating sustainable solutions, our team is constantly exploring new ways to lead the industry forward. Your role will involve hands-on problem solving and the opportunity to make significant contributions to our company’s success.

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Choosing a career at Arconic means enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle and well-being. From health and wellness programs to flexible working arrangements, we prioritize the needs of our team members. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment where every employee can feel valued, respected, and heard.

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Learn more about Arconic
Size
13,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$91 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
Revenue
$5.6 billion
NASDAQ

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