Transportation Specialist (remote)

Job Description

Danfoss is seeking a highly analytical Transportation Specialist to join our team to support our internal and external customers with transportation operations. You will spot trends and troubleshoot obstacles to meet service requirements, provide quantifiable business cases to reduce costs, improve services, and streamline processes. You will compile data in support of KPI’s/SLA’s and provide reports.  If you enjoy digging into reports and improving efficiencies, we want to talk to you.  This positon is a remote position, but ideally, we'd like to have someone within commutable distance of our Baltimore office.

Job Responsibilities

Duties and required knowledge base:
•    Create and manage operational reports
•    In-depth knowledge of all modes of transportation
•    Liaison for internal customer support
•    Cost analysis
•    Route inbound and outbound domestic freight 
•    Ensure routing guides and incoterms are being used appropriately
•    Obtain ad hoc quotes and manage hot shot requests
•    Communicate and educate sites to correct behaviors that lead to costly errors 
•    Meet weekly with factory management to discuss issues and the status of containers
•    Manage and analyze  KPI reporting for presentation to business units
•    Research freight bill issues and work with carriers to rectify
•    Maintain SOP’s for all department processes
•    Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and service providers
•    Proactively research and report on trends and industry changes 
•    Work in close collaboration with Compliance, Distribution, Global Freight, and Procurement to ensure best practices across all segments
•    Perform other tasks as assigned by the Transportation Manager

Background & Skills

Qualifications:
•    Minimum 5 years of transportation-specific experience, preferably within a transportation department that purchases carrier services
•    Must be detail-oriented with proven analytical, math, and problem-solving skills
•    International transportation experience strongly preferred
•    Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
•    Superb customer service skills
•    Finance background is a plus
•    Proficient in Microsoft products
•    Strong sense of urgency with the ability to navigate issues and find solutions
•    Experience working with all modes of transportation 
•    Out-of-the-box thinker
•    Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize accordingly
•    Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
•    TMS/SAP/ERP experience is required
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills
•    Results driven
•    Bachelor’s degree preferred 
 

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.  The range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000.

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State-of-the-art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.