JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager, Transportation Logistics will be initially responsible for determining DaVita’s value in overseeing and managing the inbound transportation and routing of supplies to our 2800 dialysis facilities . T h is assignment will include determining value, change management, resource requirements and suggested systems to manage inbound transportation .

RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

Produce a recommendation for both headcount and technology tools to activate all activities and operationalize the value proposition.
Technology recommendation is not a full RFP process but initial scoping of what technology is needed to scale this effort with minimal headcount post change management efforts.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management , Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in logistics , routing, or transportation management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS) and routing software.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics management tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in an office and/or warehouse environment.
• Occasional travel may be required .
  

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as “a place where I belong.” Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Salary Range for the role is $100,000.00 - $147,000.00 per year.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Determining Current State :
Performing a thorough analysis across ~60 suppliers to determine current costs asso ciated with transportation of 1.2M Purchase orders annually from suppliers into our 2800 faci lities .
This analysis will include ship from and ship to zip codes along with piece count and total weight.
Value Proposition
Using the current state analysis data, perform an initial evaluation in the marketplace for p otential saving s opportunity. This will include providing data to outside carriers to respond with proposed or contracted rates.
Th ese current state and future state data sets will be summarized into an executive view to understand potential savings opportunity .
Change Management Evaluation :
Segmenting costs associated with the current state into realistic change management segments.
Segments will likely include the following:
Percentage fee to cover all modes of transportation
Private fleet deliveries
Controllable 3 rd Party carriers (UPS, FedEx, etc.)
Contract-restricted Incoterms that cannot be changed until future date, with future date opportunity by supplier.