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GLOVIS America, Inc.

Operations Supervisor

GLOVIS America, Inc., Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441

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Supervisor - Haulaway Operations (Logistics) Summary The Supervisor - Haulaway Operations (Logistics) position will be responsible for managing and overseeing all trucking and rail logistics out of Savannah Port. They will work alongside the Port Operations and HMGMA team members to ensure vehicles are shipped out in the most expeditious manner, supporting our customer's wholesale objectives. They will be the direct liaison to all contracted truck carriers who operate at this facility and will assist in all day to day operations and ensure all shipping KPIs such as Dwell Management are met or exceeded. They will also support GLOVIS HQ with correspondences with customer sales regions and any special projects.

Responsibilities

Monitor truck carrier dwell performance at the plant and resolve any issues preventing carriers from shipping units in a timely manner

Take appropriate action to maintain truck carrier dwell within acceptable limits and meet/exceed our department KPIs

Monitor and track vehicle shipments in transit from origins to final destinations

Convert units normally assigned to rail over to truck as needed/requested by management and support faster transit times and deliveries

Work alongside Rail Operations team to ensure railcar supply is met on a daily basis

If railcar supply is not met, recovery plans should be made to make up shortfall in shipments from prior day

Ensure units are processed and released for truck carriers in an even flow based on the carrier network distribution as well as by sales regions

Utilize third party and backup carriers as needed when contracted carriers fail to meet their shipping obligations

Support HQ team with regular optimization reviews on transportation/carrier network and recommend necessary changes to improve network performance

Assist in conducting trucking optimization studies, in effort to ship vehicles to destinations in the most cost-effective and expeditious manner

Ensure Special Event or VIP units are processed in a timely manner and coordinate with the HQ team to ensure Special Move vehicles are picked up and delivered on time

Provide daily correspondence and report to HQ on the day to day trucking operations in the US Southeast

Track market trends of other OEMs and their sales initiatives, understanding how these can impact GLOVIS shipping

Support Export shipping operations out of Savannah Plant, ensuring truck carriers meet all deadlines and we meet all contractual obligations

Correspond with customer Sales Regions and support with any requests as needed

Support Truck and Rail Test Loading for New Models and ensure all parties follow all vehicle handling procedures as stated in the handling manuals

Ensure truck carriers operate in the yard safely and follow all rules and procedures set forth by the VPC

Support carriers with damaged, missing, or inoperable vehicles and ensure units are returned to shippable status as soon as possible

Provide network insight and suggestions on RFQ preparation and assist in approving new carrier selections

Compensation Range: $69,000 - $78,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave

Pet Insurance

Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance

Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*

401(k) with Generous Matching

Referral Bonuses*

Auto Allowance*

Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*

Discretionary Bonuses*

Tuition Reimbursement*

Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient level PC skills

Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with experience using database systems

Advanced level knowledge preferred

Strong ability to identify and correct errors

Detail oriented with ability to work in deadline-driven environment

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast paced environment

Ability to train and mentor new employees

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree Required

5 - 8 Years of Experience Relating to Logistics, Trucking, Auto Hauling, Supply Chain, and/or Third Party Brokerage Required

6 - 9 Years of Experience Preferred

1 - 3 Years of Supervisor Experience Required

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit in front of the desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods

Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing

Lift up to 10lbs

Carry up to 10lbs

Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure

This position will be located in the Savannah, GA office

Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

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