Manager - Logistics Procurement

The primary objective of this role is to develop and execute AmSty’s global logistics procurement strategy in collaboration with internal businesses and functions. Responsibilities will include negotiating freight contracts for all modes, securing and managing railcar lease and maintenance agreements, storage track leases and third-party terminal, warehouse, and transloading facilities. The position will ensure carriers are continually improving efficiencies and rates to reduce AmSty’s total distribution costs. This role is responsible for maintaining strong business partnerships with our carriers and third-party logistics service providers. This role establishes and maintains effective contracting processes consistent with company policies and guidelines. The position is the AmSty focal point in the transportation industry with active lead roles in organizations that support transportation.Primary ResponsibilitiesIn alignment with Logistics Safety and Compliance, ensures appropriate processes, training, and documentation are in place and being executed for compliance with Responsible Care and all relevant governmental regulations (DOT, FRA, customs, etc.) Support carrier and third party facility selection process in coordination with Logistics Safety and Compliance and Logistics OperationsIs knowledgeable of and supports EH&S goals across all modes of transport and storage Develop and implement strategic procurement plans to support the company's logistics objectives. Collaborate with internal businesses and functions to meet cost, service, and safety requirementsProvide internal businesses with rate and market changes on at least a quarterly basisBuild and maintain strong relationships with carriers, negotiate freight, terms and long term and spot agreements. Serve as escalation point with carriers’ commercial management to resolve service issuesManage carrier contract process with functional contract management focal point. Ensure all contracts and rate sheets are compliant, up-to-date, and aligned with company policies and strategySupport effective freight payables process, including communication of rates/routes in a timely manner with internal stakeholders and third-party freight payment provider, as well as point of escalation to resolve issues as neededSupport analysis of distribution cost spend to identify cost-saving opportunities. Implement cost-effective procurement strategies while balancing with business service requirementsDevelop and report key performance metrics to track vendor performanceComplete modal benchmarking as needed to baseline freight cost performance versus marketCommunicate regular market intelligence updates to the organization, including senior leadershipParticipate in carrier quarterly review meetingsServe as a mentor, providing guidance and training to expand logistics procurement knowledge within the organizationJob RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or equivalent5 to 10 years logistics procurement experience in a global, industrial manufacturing environment with extensive knowledge of logistics sourcing, procurement processes and best practicesEstablished long-term relationships with multiple modal carriers, such as Class 1 railroads, truck carriers, barge carriers, vessel carriers, leasing companies, railcar builders and third-party logistics service providersStrong negotiation skills and experience preparing and managing requests for proposals and long-term contractsStrong knowledge of logistics contract development and managementAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting business requests and strategy in a timely mannerAbility to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/goals to meet the needs of the businessAbility to think strategicallyStrong analytical and reporting skills to make fact-based decisionsAbility to interface and communicate clearly and effectively (both orally and written) across all levels of the organization including senior managementExperience managing direct and indirect reportsProficiency with all applications within Microsoft Office SuiteExperience using third party rail freight analysis toolsFunctional knowledge of SAPAbility to travel up to 10-25% of the timeRelocation is not available with this position.Americas Styrenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status or marital status.To all recruitment agencies: We are not responsible for any fee related to unsolicited resumes from 3rd party staffing and recruiting agencies (whether submitted through this website or sent directly to employees) unless a written agreement is in place between the agency and Amsty (“Company”) and an authorized Company representative makes a written request to the agency to assist with this requisition. Similarly, no fee will be paid for candidates who apply and claim to be represented by an agency. 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