Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $20.10 - $30.10/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Job Scope: 

Highly motivated Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist will focus on cultivating and maintaining strong and lasting relationships with our carrier partners.  This individual should be able to maintain and update dedicated volume carrier database details and assist in finding alternative carriers if existing carriers are unable to meet their performance obligations.  

To be a successful Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist, you should be able to work with the multiple internal departments to ensure alignment, have extensive knowledge of the sourcing process from start to finish, be an advocate of the process to both carriers and internal team members. A high-performing Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist should be able to develop and implement innovative ideas to enhance sourcing strategies.  

*Must Live in the Phoenix Area and work address:

4615 East Elwood Street Suite 400

Phoenix, AZ

Key Responsibilities: 

• Serve as an advocate for our network of carriers. 

• Form and maintain long lasting relationships with new as well as existing carriers 

• Leverage relationships across Ready Logistics internal and external partners to provide support and grow partnerships with existing contracted carriers  

• Responsible for remediating issues and addressing all escalations in a timely and effective manner 

• Maintaining database of carriers participating in dedicated volume events 

• Host orientation calls for newly onboard dedicated volume carriers 

• Proactively look for opportunities to drive additional savings outside of pre-determined sourcing areas 

• Negotiate rates with carriers to secure the most competitive price while maintaining alignment with established market rate baselines for the assigned lane 

• Lead conversations with carriers that are under review to have lanes/contract terminated 

• Maintain records for termination 

• Play key role in requirements gathering and carrier capability identification in new lines of business and delivery of new products and services 

• Provide weekly overview of the region’s Wins, Opportunities & Threats 

• Advocate continuous improvement and provide feedback and input into processes and systems enhancements to optimize workflows and introduce efficiency 

• Serve as the ‘Go To’ subject matter expert for your area of responsibility and book of business 

• Support ad hoc projects  

 

Administration: 

• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse carriers and teams with diverse personalities, during high pressure scenarios, within extremely tight deadlines 

• Work effectively on multiple assignments, activities and projects 

• Develop and maintain key processes established by the business 

• Ensure timely and effective problem resolution 

• Maintain monthly scorecard and establish consistent cadence with carrier performance reviews 

Skills: 

• Strong understanding of the auto transport industry, carrier types, truck types and capabilities 

• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated capacity to develop and implement practical strategies, plans, and solutions to identified issues and problems. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to handle high pressure situations and tig