Job Title: Transportation Management Senior Specialist
Location: Blythewood, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time

This role will be responsible for designing and implementing multimodal transportation strategies, leading Transportation Management System (TMS) deployment initiatives, managing RFx sourcing activities, and driving operational excellence across inbound logistics networks.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience within automotive logistics, transportation sourcing, TMS implementation, and carrier/service provider management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and optimization of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), including SAP TM and/or 4PL integrations
• Define business and functional requirements for inbound logistics systems and ensure seamless integration with adjacent IT platforms
• Develop and implement multimodal inbound transportation strategies covering:
  • FTL
  • LTL
  • Small Parcel
  • Ocean Freight
  • Air Freight
• Drive cross-functional alignment supporting both pre-series and series vehicle production
• Lead end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for transportation service providers
• Prepare Statements of Work (SOW), pricing templates, sourcing documentation, and supplier evaluation criteria
• Support contract negotiations and carrier selection activities
• Manage logistics service providers and monitor operational KPIs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost optimization, efficiency, compliance, and service levels
• Develop dashboards, reports, and KPI metrics for inbound logistics performance
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, operations, and logistics planning teams

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Business Administration
  • Logistics
  • Related field
    (Equivalent experience may be considered)
• Minimum 7 years of experience in inbound logistics planning
• Strong experience within automotive manufacturing or automotive supply chain environments
• Professional background working with:
  • FTL carriers
  • LTL carriers
  • Freight brokers
• Hands-on experience with:
  • RFx processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ)
  • Transportation sourcing strategies
  • Contract development
  • Supplier bid analysis
• Deep expertise implementing and managing Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
  • SAP TM preferred
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting OEM or supplier logistics operations
• Experience with:
  • xD
  • MSTL
  • MR transportation models
• Knowledge of domestic and international transportation operations
• Experience with logistics automation and visibility platforms

Core Skills

• Transportation Management
• Inbound Logistics
• Transportation Strategy
• TMS Implementation
• SAP TM
• 4PL Integration
• RFx Management
• RFP/RFQ
• SOW Development
• Carrier Management
• Freight Operations
• FTL
• LTL
• Ocean Freight
• Air Freight
• Automotive Supply Chain
• Supplier Management
• Logistics Planning
• KPI Reporting
• Contract Negotiation
• Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Leadership