Supply Chain Freight Manager
Supply Chain Freight Manager
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Supply Chain Freight Manager
Irvine CA (Hybrid)
Position Summary
Thales is looking for a Supply Chain Freight Manager that will be responsible
for overseeing the shipping and receiving working closely with the warehouse team as well as both internal & external stakeholders. This role ensures the efficient and cost-effective coordination of all freight transportation services required to meet the companys shipping and receiving needs while ensuring compliance with Thales policies and applicable country regulations.
In this position you will also have oversight of all customs duties fees and tariffs.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Freight Operations and Coordination; Oversee the scheduling and routing of shipments to ensure timely delivery optimizing routes for cost-effectiveness and efficiency; Collaborate with internal teams & departments to resolve any shipping issues claims or discrepancies; Implement and manage a freight tracking system to provide real-time shipment updates status enhancing transparency and customer satisfaction.
- Lead the Duty Drawback program to help recover tariff spend in accordance with US regulations support audits and analyze tariff impacts.
- Develop strong relationships with freight carriers and hold regular KPI review meetings for adherence to SLAs and improvement; Analyze weekly/monthly reporting on incoming and outgoing freight costs performance metrics and delivery outcomes to identify trends areas for improvement and potential cost savings; Ensure Freight related metrics and dashboards are automated; Audit ERP (SAP) system for freight relayed input.
- Compliance and Documentation; Prepare export/import documentation in accordance and compliance with federal regulations; Support Thales Trade Compliance Manager in resolving export control and trade compliance issues; Conduct compliance audits when needed.
- Sustainability and Environmental Initiatives; Lead sustainability efforts within the freight operations such as optimizing load capacity and selecting eco-friendly carriers; Conduct CO2 impact analysis from our freight activities identify and lead initiatives to reduce environmental impact
- Drive continuous process improvement initiatives & system automations; Provide back up support for the Warehouse Supervisor; Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a related field with 5 years of relevant experience or HS/GED with 7 years of experience with freight services carriers and regulations.
- Experience in Freight Optimization Carrier Negotiations Compliance Management; Track record in management of Duty Drawback program and recovery of tariff spend.
- Expertise in freight services and regulations with a thorough understanding of the transportation industry and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with freight carriers; Strong familiarity with U.S. trade controls.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Excel Powerpoint; Experience with ERP SAP system (Minimum 2 Years).
- Excellent written and communication skills (able to deliver critical information/presentations to various levels of management); Ability to conduct research and stay update with applicable regulations; High level of accountability.
If youre excited about working with Thales but not meeting the requirements for this position we encourage you to join our Talent Community!
Special Position Requirements
- Schedule: Core business hours Monday through Friday may be required to periodically work outside core business hours on weekdays and weekends due to business needs.
- Physical Environment: Warehouse environment.
- Physical Demands: Walking and standing regularly; No lifting required; No special vision requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.
What We Offer
The anticipated TTC range for this role is $84545.50 - $112113.00 USD Annual. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicants status protected by local state or federal law.
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:
- Elective Health and Dental plans.
- Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match and without vesting period.
- Company paid holidays vacation days and paid sick leave.
- Company provided Life Insurance.
Why Join Us
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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified consistent with federal law state law and local ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target is between
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including but not limited to the employees career path history competencies skills and performance as well as the companys annual salary budget the customers program requirements and the companys internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicants status protected by local state or federal law.
(For Internal candidate if you need more information please reach out to your HR Shared Service 1st Point)
Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:
Elective Health Dental Vision FSA/HSA Voluntary Life and AD&D Whole Group Life w/LTC Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance Legal Plan Identity Theft and Pet Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match and with no vesting period
Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Company provided Life Insurance AD&D Disability Employee Assistance Plan and Well-being Program
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
