Department: Logistics
Location: Stamford, CT USA
Posted: 2012-03-01
Requisition Number: TRANSP-03-01-12-DIR

1 opening
Full-time (exempt)

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• Reporting to the SVP of Global Logistics & OTC, the Dir. of Global Transp. is responsible for development and leadership of a flexible, adaptive, and responsive freight/transp. strategy within an integrated Global Logistics and Supply Chain network.
• Ability to work both at the strategic and tactical levels providing direction to the Transportation Organization and 3PL Providers.
• Needs to be able to manage the details while developing the long term vision. Will need to work across the supply chain as a functional expert, as well as actively participate in the Logistics Leadership Team.
• Serve as a global champion and key change agent working cross functionally to drive process and performance improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related fields. MBA, or MS in related field, is highly desired.
• 15 or more year's leadership experience in Freight/Transportation environment.
• Prior experience in negotiating all modes of freight directly with Carriers, Brokers, or 3PL's.
• Possess thorough knowledge of import and export shipping and customs compliance including NAFTA, CTPAT, ISA, FTZ's, BLP's etc.
• Highly desired are those with previous Global experience, especially those having worked and/or lived abroad.
• Previous experience working in an environment utilizing a robust TMS, or Logistics & Supply Chain integrated network.
• Strong financial and quantitative analysis and PC (MS Office Suite) skills are required.
• Prefer formal skills training and/or leadership development, which may include programs such as Covey, Foundations, Six Sigma, Lean, 5S, Project Management, etc.
• Prior experience in leading teams to maximize employee performance and engagement by capitalizing on each employee's unique differences and experiences.
• Excel in both verbal and written communication, in addition to having very strong presentation skills.
• Creative problem solving skills and project leadership abilities.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related fields. MBA, or MS in related field, is highly desired.

Closing Date: Closed on 2012-06-26

Contact:
E-mail: RoanokeCareers@ElizabethArden.com

DFW/EOE/AA