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Aquent, a leading talent solutions partner, is thrilled to collaborate with a global leader in the logistics and supply chain industry. This innovative organization is at the forefront of optimizing complex transportation networks, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across diverse sectors. They are dedicated to driving efficiency, fostering strategic partnerships, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to redefine logistics excellence on a global scale. Are you a visionary leader ready to revolutionize vehicle logistics? We are seeking a dynamic and impactful individual to spearhead the end-to-end planning strategy for finished vehicle transportation. In this pivotal role, you will integrate demand forecasting, network optimization, and performance management into a unified, data-driven function. Your strategic insights will translate complex demand signals into executable logistics plans, ensuring optimal vehicle movement while expertly balancing cost, service, and capacity. This is an unique opportunity to enable faster, smarter operational decisions and significantly shape the future of transportation for a diverse and growing portfolio of accounts.
Job Responsibility
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development: Integrate Logistics Planning, Demand Planning, Performance Management, and Customer Service into a cohesive, high-performing function. Foster a data-driven culture and mentor leaders to achieve measurable business outcomes
Demand Planning & Forecasting Excellence: Own and refine the end-to-end demand planning process, including volume forecasting, allocation planning, and scenario modeling. Drive strategic alignment and enhance forecast accuracy through advanced analytics and trend analysis
Network Planning & Optimization: Oversee comprehensive vehicle flow planning and network design across various transportation modes. Develop and implement capacity strategies to optimize throughput, reduce dwell time, improve asset utilization, and proactively mitigate supply disruptions
Performance Management & Analytics: Define and govern enterprise-wide Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Lead the development of sophisticated reporting dashboards to provide senior leadership with executive-level data insights and actionable intelligence
Customer Service & Stakeholder Alignment: Ensure a proactive, high-quality experience for all internal and external accounts. Serve as the primary interface between operational teams, supply chain partners, sales, and clients to align priorities and foster strong relationships
Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Champion the adoption of digital tools, automation, and predictive analytics to standardize processes while maintaining the flexibility required for diverse customer needs
Analytical Support & Recommendations: Provide in-depth performance trend analysis and data-driven recommendations to support strategic and operational adjustments
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate extensively with Operations, Supply Chain, and Business Development teams to ensure seamless process integration and achieve shared objectives
Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements across all departmental operations
Team Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development within the team, nurturing talent and expertise
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
10-15 years of direct experience in logistics, demand planning, supply chain, network optimization, customer service, or performance management
Experience in automotive logistics, finished vehicle logistics, planning analytics, or equivalent high-volume supply chain environments
Deep experience with transportation networks including rail, truck, and port operations
4-7 years of supervisory experience
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and complex planning organizations
Strong background in forecasting, S&OP / IBP processes, and data analytics
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools
Strategic thinking with strong execution discipline
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and influencing capabilities
Customer Service mindset with an ability to align internal priorities with client targets