Sr. Manager, Chassi/Truck Procurement

Salary Range: $92,500.00 to $126,250.00 

Location

Naperville, IL. This position will follow a hybrid work-from-home/office model with at least three days in the office weekly.

Role Summary

Plays a pivotal role overseeing and optimizing our inland network. Leads 2 teams, ensuring efficient and effective procurement processes. Expected to achieve and exceed operational targets within areas of expertise. Identifies opportunities to enhance existing processes and standards, aligning them with division goals. Manage team(s) to foster a productive and collaborative work environment. Maintains high level relationships with strategic partners and vendors. Negotiate contracts / rates and required services with vendors

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction

• Develop talent and align with organizational culture

• Utilize effective processes to set goals, provide feedback, and develop employees.

• Develop strategies and pricing models for vendor negotiations

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to set vendor expectations, KPI, and service requirements

• Prepare and develop contract / pricing analysis for internal reviews and approvals

• Generate cost savings initiatives and models for tracking cost savings

Core Required Skills and Competencies

• Effective communication: strong written and oral communication skills.

• Relationship building: Foster positive relationships with team members, stakeholders, and vendors

• Multitasking and prioritization: Manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Leadership and expertise: Serve as a knowledgeable resource and provide leadership to the management team.

• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite

Function Specific Skills

• Provide timely support to Inland Operations teams to address challenges and maintain smooth operations.

• Anticipate and plan for unique scenarios to ensure the efficient functioning of the inland network.

• Negotiate favorable truck / chassis rates with carriers to optimize costs.

• Conduct regular reviews and analyses of truck/chassis rates to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators.

• Develop reports to measure and analyze cost and volume metrics related to truck/chassis procurement.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with truck vendors

Required Minimum Years Experience

5+ years with management/supervisory experience and 7+ years with function/industry-related experience

Required Minimum Education

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Ocean Network Express provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

At Ocean Network Express, we strive toward high-level results for all our employees and pride ourselves on identifying opportunities for internal movement and advancement of proven talent. If you’re interested in a career in the global transportation industry and are looking for growth and advancement opportunities, we encourage you to apply. We enjoy meeting candidates who are persistent in their own professional development.

ONE NA follows a hybrid work schedule requiring employees to work 3 days in the office (i.e. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and 2 days remote each week.

What we offer:

• Opportunities available with hybrid working arrangements 

• Total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401K plan

About Ocean Network Express (ONE)

Ocean Network Express (ONE) was incepted on July 7, 2017, following the liner service integrations of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” LINE), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK). The new entity functions from its global headquarters in Singapore, supported by regional headquarters in Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Brazil. ONE is the world’s sixth-largest container carrier with a fleet size of approximately 1.91 million TEU. Operating more than 240 vessels, it offers an expeditious and reliable international network of over 130 services to 120 countries and beyond. ONE is a member of the Premier Alliance, a global ocean carrier consortium.

For more information, please visit www.one-line.com

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