Job Description

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• Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and drive regional logistics and transportation sourcing strategies that align with the Business Groups' and CIP HQ business objectives and enhance overall supply chain performance.
• Supplier Management: Establish and manage strategic relationships with a network of logistics service providers. Ensure high standards of service, cost-efficiency, and reliability through robust supplier performance management. Establish relationships at the executive management level with suppliers, service providers, and business partners.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead high-stakes negotiations with logistics service providers, securing favorable terms and conditions. Oversee the development and execution of RFP/RFQ processes to ensure optimal value.
• Cost Optimization : Analyze North American logistics spend and identify opportunities for cost reduction. Achieve annual cost savings targets for negotiated savings (P/L relevant), cost avoidance, rebates, and process cost improvements. Work closely and in alignment with Business Group logistics teams to drive initiatives to achieve significant cost savings while maintaining or improving service levels.
• Performance Monitoring : Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate supplier performance and ensure alignment with contractual obligations. Implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Market Intelligence: Conduct in-depth market analysis to stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks within the global logistics supply chain. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. Promote cross-functional collaboration and alignment with other departments. Hire and train subordinates using the Competency Model to guide professional development. Maintain employee relations, administer policies, and review subordinate performance. Hire and train using the Competency Model.  Manage within the annual internal department operating budget for team salaries, travel, and expenses.  Achieve annual targets established to support the Strategic Review Plan.
• Communication:  Effectively interact with colleagues across all business groups and functions (SCM, Finance, Operations, Purchasing, etc.) at all levels in North America. Support the global communication plan driven by the Global Logistics Category Management.  Communicate the CIP vision and strategies effectively to business groups to foster active collaboration, support, and participation in indirect purchasing activities.
• Innovation: Champion the adoption of new technologies and processes in alignment with the Global Logistics Category Management to enhance and standardize logistics sourcing capabilities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Split responsibilities 50% strategic and 50% tactical.

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• Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management or General Business/Finance with a concentration in SCM preferred. Master of Business Administration or another advanced business or technical degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Logistics, with at least three years in a managerial and/or strategic capacity.
• Demonstrated functional expertise in all logistics areas including FTL, LTL, Parcel, Ocean, Air, Specialty Carriage, Expedites & 3PLs. 
• Demonstrated mastery of negotiations, supplier management, market analysis, and strategy development with ability to lead and teach others.
• As a key management team member, be an innovative, strategic leader capable of achieving purchasing objectives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to identify and desire to work collaboratively on detailed cost savings projects at Business Group/Site level.
• Be self-managed and motivated with the ability to manage and motivate others.
• Exhibit creativity, innovation, and assertive leadership qualities
• Travel requirements are approximately 25% for internal site visits, supplier meetings and audits

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