Manager Carrier Performance, Procurement, & Profit
Manager Carrier Performance, Procurement, & Profit
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The base pay for this position is $99000 - 110000 per year. The base salary offered may vary depending on location job-related knowledge skills and experience.
At this time Wayfair does not provide sponsorship for employment authorization for this position.
Castlegate Forwarding is looking for a dynamic leader to help us continue to evolve and improve our Drayage operations as our growing business continues to scale in volume and complexity!
CastleGate Forwarding (CGF) is an exciting fast-growing digital freight forwarder within Wayfair moving containers globally to Wayfairs shelves and beyond. As the 7th largest home importer in the US we offer a full suite of shipping servicesincluding Asia consolidation ocean freight haulage customs brokerage and cargo insuranceproviding Wayfair suppliers with competitive and efficient logistics solutions. Our proprietary end-to-end logistics network enhances speed quality and cost efficiency.
As the Manager of Carrier & Profit Management within Destination Operations you will lead the team responsible for the overall management of our Drayage Carrier network and the monitoring of our Drayage P&L. This is a highly impactful role that directly supports both our ambitious growth and profitability aspirations!
What you will do:
- Build an industry leading drayage carrier network as the owner of the procurement process define carrier strategies execute annual RFPs negotiate rates develop long-term trusted relationships with a focus on staying ahead of market trends driving continuous improvements and providing innovative logistics solutions
- Drive cosistently high service levels with rigorous data driven performance management and accountability from our Carrier network via regular and ad-hoc structures (e.g. Weekly and Quarterly Business Reviews Escalations Feedback Mechanisms etc)
- Ensure our P&L goals are achieved through tight collaboration across Sales Pricing Finance and Operations monitor our P&L through dynamic visibility tools escalate and resolve challenges impacting the P&L
What youll need:
- A Bachelors or Masters degree
- 5 years of relevant experience ideally in strategic relationship management within logistics consulting or carrier operations
- Demonstrable experience in logistics supply chain procurement or operations management with a track record of driving results
- Knowledge of freight forwarding and or drayage is a significant advantage for this role
- Experience managing developing and coaching a high performing team
- Strong negotiation and vendor performance management skills with expertise in contract negotiations rate benchmarking and business reviews (RFP execution is a plus)
- Proven analytical and data-driven skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a structured approach to tackling operational challenges
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships and collaborate across all levels of an organization and with both internal and external stakeholders
An Important Note about Wayfairs In-Office Policy:
- All Boston-based interns Co-ops and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days Monday - Thursday and work remotely Friday.
Massachusetts Applicants:
- I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the worlds largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world were reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If youre looking for rapid growth constant learning and dynamic challenges then youll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
