Assistant Manager - MQ Outbound Logistics Operations

at  GLOVIS America Inc

ABOUT HYUNDAI GLOVIS AMERICA INC.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customer’s products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America strives to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customer’s needs using the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supporting Maquiladora Senior Manager and Manager managing on freight forwarding outbound related functions and personnel performance. This position oversee the planning, coordination, and transportation of all customers’ products and equipments to meet internal delivery target.

SKILLS

• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills Required
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills Required
• Proficient PC skills - (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, database management systems) Required
• Experience in Logistics Operations Required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree Required
• Six (6) - Nine (9) Years of Experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Required
• Seven (7) - Eleven (11) Years of experience in Logistics or Supply ChainPreferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Seldomly lift and carry minimum 5lbs to maximum 15 lbs
• Stand/walk
  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct day-to-day operation and audit delivery performance for achieving company goals
• Daily release of equipment to carriers & follow up on carrier performance with on-time equipment pick up & delivery
• Coordinate for daily outgate performance to surpass production & meet customer requirement
• Timely and accurate communication with all related parties ( Carrier, Customer, MQ specialists)
• Troubleshoot any operational issues & provide guidance to outbound staffs
• Monitor Yard inventory aging & in-transit aging to improve outbound operations
• Assist HOD and HOT in outbound operation/ action plans to achieve periodic goals
• Process management of but not limited to: outbound shipment releases to carriers (trailers, chassis, items in trailer), cargo shipment (Load-out) coordination & managements (i.e. Diecast, Powertrain Factory outbound), and In-house “Dedicated Truck” carrier management for efficient & effective carrier utilization
• Follow guideline to ensure appropriate AP/AR rates are maintained to achieve expected MQ profitability
• Monitor yard performance (inventory dwell time) to improve yard turn goals are achieved
• Monitor carrier pick up time to improve delivery performance is achieved on a periodic basis
• Ensure team members are following appropriate SOP established by HOD/HOT accordingly
• Process Improvement
• Prepare for short/mid/long term of business plans, analysis & forecast reports.
• Assist in building pricing structure by breaking down various cost components
• Market Pricing analysis & report generations
• Carrier Management/ System Operations
• Qualify new carrier for expansion of MQ capacity & endure maintain appropriate carrier capacity for MQ operation
• Participate in RFP bidding process & maintain appropriate AP/AR to ensure MQ’s profitability
• Maintain accurate TMS shipment release data & ensure timely POD audit
• Utility Player to support all MQ operational needs
• Assist team and other departments in order to combat discrepancies and fulfill customer needs including POD auditing, profit and loss reporting, damage and total loss reporting, unit availability, and transit/carrier availability
• Recommend and implement strategies to improve department performance
• Other duties as assigned

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position will be located in the San Diego, CA office
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and emai