Global Transportation Manager

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives including RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes
• manage bid execution, pricing negotiations, and service-level agreements across all transportation modes
• Translate business priorities and supply chain requirements into actionable sourcing strategies
• Act as the primary liaison for all transportation spend categories
• Monitor global transportation market trends and regulatory changes
• Support the transportation and logistics requirements of the Tijuana, MX factory
• Manage urgent and expedited shipments
• Ensure all transportation partners in the supply chain are working effectively and efficiently
• Serve as a go-to partner for all Global Freight Payment and Audit processes
• Complete weekly global logistics reports for Executive Management
• Manage execution of freight payments in US Bank’s system
• Collaborate with Finance/Accounting to provide month-end accruals for freight expenses
• Prepare and analyze transportation and logistics reports
• Oversee the global freight claims process
• Investigate causes of damages, shortages, and overcharges for freight
• Collect and validate claim documentation
• Provide reporting to management and maintain accurate claims tracking systems
• Collaborate with Accounting and Collections to resolve carrier and customer accounting issues related to claims
• Ensure vendors are effectively managed and held accountable through performance metrics and KPIs
• Ensure compliance of all freight-related agreements and partnerships
• Maintain strong relationships with logistics providers
• Identify and implement opportunities for transportation network optimization, cost consolidation, and service enhancement
• Support the development and execution of long-term transportation strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in global transportation, logistics procurement, and capacity planning
• At least 5 years of experience in freight payment, auditing, and freight claims management
• In-depth knowledge of international freight markets, customs regulations, and multimodal transportation strategies
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with demonstrated success in cost modeling and performance analysis
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Global mindset with the ability to operate effectively across diverse cultures and geographies
• Travel-20% to 30%

experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI is a plus