Logistics Operations Associate

Logistics Operations Associate

Littleton CO JMTC

Full time

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

$51,400.00-$70,600.00 Annual
In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Logistics Operations Associate is responsible for carrier selection and service levels across multiple business units. The associate's specific tasks include: the use of the corporate Transportation Management System (TMS) for outbound and inbound carrier selection based on cost, service, and level of commitment; determine equipment and service level requirements for multiple plant locations across business units and manage carrier selection and performance to meet cost and service expectations;

maintain continuous contact and provide assistance to customer service groups, sales, plant purchasing, and plant shipping personnel; and secure and coordinate uninterrupted transportation services and materials flow to and from North American markets.

• Utilize the corporate TMS for carrier selection on outbound and inbound shipments from multiple plant locations across all business units
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• Implement and maintain company policy and standard operating procedures
• Monitor service level requirements and equipment commitments with motor carriers
• Monitor carrier service level performance and meet internal reporting requirements
• Report cost reduction opportunities within assigned planning markets
• Determine optimal mode between truckload, LTL and intermodal based on delivery requirements
• Maintain good and ethical relationships with carrier/association contacts
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports
• As directed, study possible savings and service improvements through use of new and/or improved carrier equipment, methods, and procedures
• Upon request from the procurement team, prepare any data for the negotiation of carrier services and equipment within assigned planning markets
• Responsible for performing specific activities under direct supervision
• Work is outlined in detail by others
• Limited discretion within well established guidelines to include order of work tasks
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

• Minimum of 0 to 2 years of work experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred with o to 2 years of experience; 4 + years of work experience in lieu of degree
• Working knowledge and experience in motor carrier transportation preferred
• Knowledge of a Transportation Management System preferred
• Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Solid customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Basic knowledge of SAP or ERP systems is preferred
• Minimal travel required (0 - 5 days per year)
• Work environment is typical of an office setting

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness…