Corporate - Sr Manager Transportation

Requisition I

D:933089

Position: Sr. Transportation Manager

GENERAL FUNCTION

The position will focus on ensuring that the North American Transportation Network plays a crucial role in delivering service to customers, providing the right service at the right cost through a diversified carrier portfolio. This is achieved by partnering with various departments and business channels, such as Retail, Wholesale, and E‑commerce, with an emphasis on proactive process improvements to gain transportation cost and service advantages. The role is situated at the intersection of analytical and strategic functions within the dynamic North American Transportation environment. It leverages transportation principles, analytical thinking, and operational experience to collaborate with stakeholders, driving excellence in cost savings, process improvements, and service optimization. Major Duties And Responsibilities Oversees the effective and efficient transportation of goods to customers. Works collaboratively to support functional areas of customer delivery, transportation and planning. Creates, monitors and reports on the critical KPI’s that measure the performance of the transportation network against agreed upon service standards; implements process changes that correct deviations from expected results. Manages and monitors the Wholesale, Retail and Web business unit's shipment programs in NA. Collaborates with Global Network and Corporate Sourcing teams as needed. Develop a carrier strategy that allows the company to reduce risk while optimizing service and cost. Establishes policies/standards/procedures and rates in administration of carrier contracts. Manages and monitors all Canada and US Domestic transportation expense. Closely monitors all carrier performance on cost, on‑time delivery using multiple reports. Supports yearly cost reduction initiatives. Monitors and supports small parcel contracts; supports annual negotiations and RFQs. Seek out and evaluates new transportation opportunities by providing in‑depth analysis, cost modeling and financial impacts. Basic Qualifications Strong proactiveness, passion, accountability, and self-motivation along with excellent problem‑solving and data analytics skills. Quick learner. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field, and five years of progressive, post‑baccalaureate work experience in the job offered or five years ...; or Master’s degree in the same fields and 3 years of work experience ... or 2 years in a related occupation. Proficiency in Microsoft packages (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio). Preferred Qualifications Preferred skills: PMP certificate, SQL or VBA; PowerBI or Tableau; Alteryx or Qlik data preparation tools; experience with transportation management system and warehouse management software such as SAP and Oracle; Six sigma or Lean related project experience. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. #J-18808-Ljbffr EssilorLuxottica