What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Manager position at Abbyson?
Organization
For over 30 years Abbyson has taken great pride in being a family-based home furnishings brand that continually redefines itself through modern-day living. Our strategically aligned, full-spectrum business model and operations allows us to fully service major online furniture retailers and the core audience that is driving today's market.
We understand the modern furniture buyer and consumer on a deeper level as well as have a keen eye on the popular trends that are driving online traffic and furniture sales. That's why our mission has always been to help them bring their homes to life with quality furniture at unbeatable prices.
We believe that talent is defined by the collective behavior of each and every individual that makes this company great. Abbyson takes pride in hiring world-class, diverse talent and offering competitive total compensation packages. Compensation includes, but is not limited to, cash compensation through annual bonus structure, comprehensive medical benefits, employer-sponsored retirement plans, generous time off and fun cultural activities throughout the year.
Description
The Transportation Manager will provide support to the Inbound, Outbound and Distribution Center teams to ensure performance in key metrics exceeds targets, including cost, transit time, and service.
Core Responsibilities
- Review ocean bookings to ensure adherence with our expectations for timing, carrier, schedules, cost, etc.
- Carrier Coordination for Deliveries to and Pickups from Distribution Center
- Carrier Management for inbound and outbound carriers
- Metric Reporting to Internal & External Teams
- Cross-Functional Communication and Collaboration
- Logistics Project Management as assigned
Essential Functions
- 7-10 years’ experience combination of Inbound Freight & Logistics, 3PL Management, and/or Supply Chain Operations.
- Must be able to manage multiple priorities, set and achieve challenging goals; work under the pressure of deadline and be adept at managing multiple tasks.
- Daily coordination with internal and external partners for scheduling, exception management, planning, etc.
- Ability to run reports, analyze information in excel, and provide reporting to business partners, including upper management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to trouble shoot and brainstorm creative solutions to problems
- Flexible to help in other departments as needed
- Hands-on management approach to workflow.
Abbyson provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Abbyson complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Abbyson provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Abbyson complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.