Specimen Logistics Manager

Schedule:
Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk)
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Department: Support Srvs - Central - 243

Primary Purpose:

This position is responsible for overseeing and optimizing domestic and international transportation supply chain operations and freight brokerage activities. This role ensures efficient movement of goods compliance with global trade regulations and the successful negotiation and management of international contracts. will collaborate with internal teams carriers vendors and clients to deliver cost-effective and reliable logistics solutions.

About ARUP:

ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. Based in Salt Lake City Utah.

ARUP proudly hires top talent to create a work environment of diversity professional growth and continuous development. Our workforce is committed to the important service we provide to over one million patients each month. We always strive for excellence and have a strong desire to have involvement with the advances in medicine and the role laboratory services plays within each patients life. We never forget that there is a patient behind every specimen we receive.

We are looking for individuals who want to contribute to ARUPs culture of accountability integrity service and excellence. Consider joining our dynamic team.

Essential Functions:

Plan coordinate and oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations across domestic and international networks

Optimize transportation routes load planning and carrier selection to reduce costs and improve efficiency

Monitor shipment performance resolve delays and implement corrective actions

Ensure accurate documentation including bills of lading customs paperwork and shipping records

Negotiate manage and maintain international logistics and transportation contracts with carriers suppliers and third-party providers

Ensure compliance with international trade laws customs regulations import/export requirements and Incoterms

Partner with supply chain team to review contracts manage risk and ensure favorable terms

Monitor changes in global trade policies and adjust operations accordingly

Oversee duties tariffs and compliance documentation to minimize risk and delays

Source vet and manage relationships with carriers and transportation providers

Negotiate freight rates and service agreements to ensure competitive pricing and reliability

Track shipments and provide real-time communication to clients and stakeholders

Resolve service issues claims and disputes related to freight movement

Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers freight forwarders customs brokers and warehouse partners

Collaborate with procurement operations and customer service teams to align logistics strategies

Evaluate vendor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Develop and manage logistics budgets forecasts and cost control measures

Analyze freight spend and identify cost-saving opportunities

Establish KPIs (on-time delivery cost per shipment service quality) and report on performance

Ensure accurate invoicing auditing and payment processes for freight services

Lead train and develop logistics team members

Implement process improvements automation and logistics technologies (TMS ERP systems)

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction

Other duties as assigned.

Physical and Other Requirements:

Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Mobility: The person in this position needs to move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery etc.

Effective communication skills.

PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company/departmental policies.

ARUP Policies and Procedures: To conduct self in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures.

Abide by the Code of Conduct as outlined in the ARUP employee handbook.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Fine Motor Control: Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.

Vision: Having close far and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks such as make general observations of depth and distance.

Color Vision: Perception of and ability to distinguish colors

Regular and reliable attendance.

Reliable and dependable performance.

Ability to work well with others.

Ability to work all required overtime.

Required Experience:

Manager