Logistics Leader, Network Design and Strategic Sourcing
Job Number: 3948
External Description:
Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together
About this role
The Logistics Leader, Network Design and Strategic Sourcing will identify a roadmap that creates a state-of-the art Logistics Network Design. This will include inbound and outbound freight, as well as warehousing footprint. The position will lead the Network Design and Logistics Procurement/Sourcing Team across Carrier’s Business Units. This position is located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
Key Responsibilities
Oversight Logistics Network Design including initial business requirements, strategic sourcing, and implementation.
Ensure that Carrier is at least on par with market rates; while developing a process that allows Carrier to realize rates that are better than market.
Develop an agile in-house team that globally procures freight and warehousing services.
Analyze, Define, and optimize Logistics Network
Manage Logistics Network Changes
Design Logistics Network for sustainability
Analyze, Define, and optimize sourcing strategy.
Define Logistics Market Intelligence, price benchmarking and supplier innovation.
Initiate and support Logistics Service Provider selection process.
Manage Transportation requirements for Logistics Service Provider selection.
Source and Negotiate Ocean Rates Directly with Logistics Providers
Define Carrier allocation and manage through Logistics Service Provider Network
Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews and Manage Logistics Service Provider Performance.
Establish strategic supplier relationship.
Support creation of Logistics Supplier awards and recognition program
Stay up to date on logistics industry trends and technologies and identify breakthrough opportunities for cost reduction including digital transformation for Logistics Network and operating model.
Promote the Carrier Excellence, leverage industry best practices, standard procedures, performance, and innovation across all BU locations and operating regions.
Incorporate emerging technologies and business trends in logistics, transportation, and distribution/ warehousing into the strategic plan.
Maintain regular reviews of metrics and trends, improvements, and variances with all stakeholders. Guide and drive BU operations leaders on improvement opportunities
Clear and thoughtful communication with all team members including effective reporting to executive leadership.
Provide guidance on the future of logistics operations based on Carrier Corp.’s global logistics strategy.
Foster operational excellence by adopting and implementing business best practices leveraging; people, process, and technology.
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and customer service.
Manage logistics costs within budget and achieve year over year improvement targets.
Drive standard work procedures and reporting across facilities and regions.
Embrace and promote the Carrier Way (vision, values, culture) internally and externally to create a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusivity.
Leverage data analytics and business intelligence to monitor operational performance and identify optimization opportunity
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of experience in warehouse and transportation procurement
5+ years of experience leading change management and efficiencies in an industry with large logistics spend, across multiple complex distribution channels.
5+ years of experience in Logistics Network Design and Optimization
3+ years of experience managing and developing people
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration
Extensive knowledge in the areas of warehousing and transportation optimization methods and tools
Experience with warehousing and transportation optimization methods and tools (TMS, WMS)
Experience with data analytics including MS Excel, network modeling and Business Intelligence reporting tools.
Ability to work with ambiguity and shifting operational priorities
Ability to inspire and influence teams to accomplish tasks and project objectives
Experience and ability to effectively communicate with senior leadership.
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Job Number: 30130012
Community / Marketing Title: Logistics Leader, Network Design and Strategic Sourcing
Location_formattedLocationLong: Florida, US