Logistics Operations Associate

The Logistics Operations Associate is responsible for carrier selection and service levels across multiple business units. The associate's specific tasks include: the use of the corporate Transportation Management System (TMS) for outbound and inbound carrier selection based on cost, service, and level of commitment; determine equipment and service level requirements for multiple plant locations across business units and manage carrier selection and performance to meet cost and service expectations; maintain continuous contact and provide assistance to customer service groups, sales, plant purchasing, and plant shipping personnel; and secure and coordinate uninterrupted transportation services and materials flow to and from North American markets. Anticipated deadline to apply: 11/30/24. This deadline is Johns Manville’s good faith estimate of when the application will close. Johns Manville may extend the deadline and will update this posting promptly if it is extended. Your Day-to-Day: Utilize the corporate TMS for carrier selection on outbound and inbound shipments from multiple plant locations across all business units Implement the day-to-day transportation plan Implement and maintain company policy and standard operating procedures Monitor service level requirements and equipment commitments with motor carriers Monitor carrier service level performance and meet internal reporting requirements Report cost reduction opportunities within assigned planning markets Determine optimal mode between truckload, LTL and intermodal based on delivery requirements Maintain good and ethical relationships with carrier/association contacts Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports As directed, study possible savings and service improvements through use of new and/or improved carrier equipment, methods, and procedures Upon request from the procurement team, prepare any data for the negotiation of carrier services and equipment within assigned planning markets Responsible for performing specific activities under direct supervision Work is outlined in detail by others Limited discretion within well established guidelines to include order of work tasks Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems May be required to perform other related duties as assigned What You Bring to the Team: Minimum of 0 to 2 years of work experience Bachelor's degree preferred with o to 2 years of experience; 4 years of work experience in lieu of degree Working knowledge and experience in motor carrier transportation preferred Knowledge of a Transportation Management System preferred Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Solid customer service skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Basic knowledge of SAP or ERP systems is preferred Minimal travel required (0 - 5 days per year) Work environment is typical of an office setting