MANAGER TRANSPORTATION - TRUCKING

Manager Transportation – Trucking Location Houston, TX, US 77043 Company Overview Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future . Job Summary As a Manager, implement and manage Cemex's Third Party Truck Management Strategy and center‑led management. Utilize a market‑focused approach that allows Cemex to build long‑term carrier relationships, collaboration, and performance management programs that support the Supply Chain strategic priorities for health & safety, service and quality, cost and cash management, sustainability, compliance, and people and talent development. Oversee all trucking‑related initiatives and programs related to sustainability, compliance and risk management. Job Responsibilities Manage Carrier RFQs, selection and vetting process. Manage Carrier Strategic Route Guide and Zero‑Cost based reporting. Develop and monitor Carrier Scorecards (service, cost, safety). Gather market intelligence to drive strategic decisions for RFQs and best practices. Responsible for developing and monitoring CO2 emissions for 3rd party carriers. Lead best practices utilization of the Transportation Management System (TMS). Implement Freight Payment Audit solutions to reduce risk. Qualifications 10+ years of experience in Transportation and/or Supply Chain related roles. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Management, Procurement or Engineering. Bulk truck transportation market and processes knowledge. End‑to‑end supply chain processes proficiency. Ability to understand transportation requirements and translate them into solutions. Ability to apply end‑to‑end supply chain concepts. Ability to manage data and develop concepts and information (strong analytical skills). Knowledge in SAP, TMS and analytical tools (PowerBI, Tableau, Qlik Sense). APICS certification or SCOR knowledge (a plus). Bilingual (English / Spanish) (a plus). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Transportation and carrier management. End‑to‑end transportation processes. Ability to manage data and develop concepts and information (strong analytical skills). SAP, Transportation Management Systems, analytical tools. Working Conditions Capable of working in an office environment. Capable of working extended hours as needed. Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time. Physical Requirements Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a lesser degree. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to communicate to employees/visitors. Legal Notices CEMEX is an EEO/AA institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates. CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state, and federal laws. CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer. Arizona Smoke‑Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona's Smoke‑Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes * 36‑601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX. CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well‑Being page. ( EEO Statement - En Español CEMEX es una institucion EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/accion afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religion, discapacidad fisica o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientacion sexual, infomacion genetica, identidad de genero, o expresion de genero en los programas o actividades los cuales opera. Nearest Major Market Houston #J-18808-Ljbffr CEMEX