Project Manager
Minnesota, United States
Job Description
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The main purpose of this position is to manage the overall relationship between Werner Enterprises\xe2\x80\x99 and key customer accounts. This is done by working directly with the customer in Omaha to develop system / process improvements and then work with cross functional teams within Werner to implement. Track, analyze, and communicate key performance metrics to both organizations (internal & external). Drive the design, development, implementation, and management of logistics solutions for the customer.
- Develop and maintain a direct relationship with the customer to understand their goals and expectations.
- Utilize statistical data to understand performance and offer creative enhancements or recommendations to improve operation.
- Utilize strong business analytics, supply chain and logistics knowledge.
- Manage carrier performances to ensure service expectations are met.
- Proactively ascertain industry/logistics best practices to identify new and/or unique programs to differentiate customer from the marketplace and drive customer satisfaction.
- Strategic supply chain planning that includes new process development, training and execution to meet customer\xe2\x80\x99s KPI\xe2\x80\x99s.
- Weekly and monthly reporting, with materials presented to customer, along with ad hoc reporting to support customer requests.
- Report service and improvement plan weekly for top lanes running below service expectations
- Report on top lanes and/or customers above the cost/lb goal and recommendations to improve cost or details as to what is driving cost
- Report weekly with projects being worked on and status of project
- Identify, create and close all transportation opportunities that will provide a service, process or cost improvement, to the customer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Knowledge of transportation industry and terminology usually gained through practical experience and on-the-job training.
- P.C skills and experience with Windows based applications such as Word and Excel. Candidate should be able to type 35-45 wpm.
- Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner when dealing with drivers, customers, coworkers, and supervisory personnel.
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to multi-task and self-motivate.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of a Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
- Two to three years customer service experience preferred.
- Two to three years transportation/brokerage experience preferred.
- One to two years AS400 or P.C. Experience preferred.
Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant\'s age.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD4251454
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationMinnesota, United States
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EducationNot mentioned