Global Transportation Mode Manager- Heavy Haul

The Transportation Mode Manager - Heavy Haul is responsible for leading all North American transportation activities related to heavy haul, oversized, over-dimensional, and OTR specialized shipments , including equipment transported on perimeter trailers and other specialized transportation assets . This role oversees carrier sourcing and selection, rate negotiations, freight audit and payment, cost management, performance reporting, and strategic carrier relationship development to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of oversized freight. Key to success will be working closely with other key functional representatives and Generac’s Global Businesses to ensure the supply base is effectively serving internal and external customer needs. Ability to assess the global transportation environment in the short, medium, and long term and identify trends that will impact Generac. Due to the nature of this position, a minimum of 10% travel is expected. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience 5 years’ experience in Transportation and Logistics services strategic sourcing for a Fortune 1000 company with an extensive domestic and international presence. 3 years’ experience leading/mentoring teams or leading large-scale projects Preferred Qualifications Experience with tariffs and rating methodologies (rates & services) in both US and global regions Experience leading and influencing multiple individuals and groups Experience and understanding of freight contracts and multiple methods of global transport Experience and understanding of carrier operations Experience in logistics analysis Essential Duties Provide Logistics expertise and support on logistics challenges to the Business unit ensuring timely resolution of issues as identified Leverage change management, project management and similar disciplines to align stakeholders’ expectations Develop and deploy KPIs reflecting areas of improvement or success Review and assess the Business unit logistics network to identify changes in practices in order to optimize logistics execution and costs Ensure all Logistics contracts have established transportation metrics and KPI’s for all Business Unit locations globally Create and manage Standard Operating Procedures with the carriers Conduct QBRs or Annual Reviews as necessary Develop service level agreements inside existing contracts to ensure supplier performance Performs analysis and comparison of freight rates to determine the most economical and efficient means to deliver product and Lead RFP/RFQ initiatives Negotiate International and domestic contracts Conduct needs analysis, form strategies, and align expectations with internal stakeholders and external suppliers Preparing and giving presentations to leadership as necessary and Ad hoc assignments as needed Provide feedback for continuous improvement ideas to logistics leadership Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Knowledge of transportation regulations, pricing, operations, and regulatory programs Strong knowledge of freight tariff rates/surcharges Extensive knowledge of Global transportation Operations (i.e. Pricing, Performance Metrics and Operations) Strong and varied knowledge of International and domestic logistics Industry and processes In depth Knowledge of transportation and logistics costs and regulations Advanced knowledge of transport tariffs Demonstrated process improvement and systematic process improvement skills Established negotiation skills with and selection of freight carriers Experience using Word, Excel, Power Point, and multiple business applications Ability to identify and resolve high complexity process/system problems Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers

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