Supply Chain Logistics Manager

OverviewWho We Are:Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry.If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobsThe PositionLead freight strategy, performance reporting, carrier negotiations, and carrier relationships to improve service reliability, cost control, visibility, and supply-chain resilience.The Supply Chain Logistics Manager is an empowered team member who will work with Panasonic Avionics Corporation internal customers, specifically, distribution and warehousing, order management, program management, material planning, and cash management. The Manager will be responsible for establishing a supply chain logistics program/network to meet corporate sales distribution and support commitments.ResponsibilitiesWhat We're looking for:Establish global distribution network pursuant to lean supply chain logistics initiatives.Ensure that selected carriers, forwarders and logistics service providers meet expectations as defined in the agreed upon Standard Operating Procedures.Review and audit transportation billing for accuracy against contracts and tariffs to ensure compliance.Perform quarterly business reviews with logistics service providers and report performance metrics to company officials.Negotiate rates with logistics service providers to meet and support continuous cost down initiatives.Develop, deploy and train all distribution support groups on transportation policies and guidelines.Knowledge/Skill RequirementsAbility to work well in a high stress, high-pressure environment, and possesses and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications and presentation skills.Ability to be self-motivated and requires minimal supervision while providing leadership and guidance to more junior colleagues.Possesses excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical staff and convey complex ideas both verbally and in written form.Ability to work at a detailed level while maintaining and retaining the 'big picture'.Ability to take a structured approach in management of day-to-day and long-term activities.Experienced using Oracle Applications Order Entry, and Finance desirable.Knowledge/experience in reporting applications desirable.Knowledge/experience in aerospace transportation desirable.Knowledge of international logistics terms and applicability desirable.Knowledge, understanding and experience with FAA and Customs requirements desirable.Knowledge and experience in logistics routing and freight forwarding desirable.Ability to work in a group or alone; oriented towards the good of the whole.Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.QualificationsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSCollege degree in Business Administration, International Business, or related field. Experience may be substituted for degree.2+ years of direct work experience in ERP information technology or support areas, specifically with OrderEntry, Inventory and Finance.2+ years experience with Oracle Appl…

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