Transportation Manager

At Aviat Networks, we take great pride in hiring a workforce that is committed to supporting and strengthening our values and attributes. If you’re a results-oriented, customer centric and innovative thinker who also takes pride in personal and professional integrity, Aviat Networks is the ideal next step in your career. We are looking for people who love to solve problems, enjoy change and know how to have fun so come and join a dynamic team that strives to bring communications to the world.

This key position will report directly to the Senior Manager of Logistics - Americas and is responsible for managing all inbound and outbound transportation networks of Aviat Networks in North America. The primary responsibilities include inbound and outbound transportation networks (majority domestic, some international), reverse logistics, and logistics cost management. This position will work closely with warehousing, distribution, and manufacturing operations with an emphasis on quality and process improvement.

1. Direct the planning, organization, and management of the daily shipment schedule.

2. Develop inbound and outbound transportation networks with a focus on cycle time, cost and quality of service. Ensure lowest cost lane segments for the level of cycle time and frequency requirements.

3. Manage all aspects of selection and ongoing management of best in class logistics service providers.

4. Develop and manage standard supplier performance metrics and ongoing evaluation process utilizing a standard scorecard, quarterly business reviews, etc

5. Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.

6. Develop and manage a logistics cost reporting process and reduce logistics cost as percent of COGS on an annual basis.

7. Develop and manage a logistics revenue model that tracks logistics revenue and profitability by customer project.

8. Support the logistics requirements for the returns and repair organization.