Manager of Logistics Administration Optimization

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Job Requisition #:
030842 Manager of Logistics Administration Optimization (Open)

Job Description:

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.

OUR VISION:

Being the best customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

Create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Manager, Logistics Administration Optimization is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving efficiency and cost savings across all logistics functions.

This position oversees critical processes including freight payment, claims processing, freight audits (all modes), private fleet asset management, trailer management, and serves as the logistics team leader for leveraging software, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize logistics operations and better leverage SG&A across the team.

This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong understanding of logistics processes, technology, and a proven track record of implementing innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Freight Payment, Claims & Audit:


* Manage and optimize the end-to-end freight payment process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.


* Oversee the efficient processing and resolution of freight claims, minimizing financial losses and maintaining strong carrier relationships.


* Direct comprehensive freight audit programs across all transportation modes (truckload, LTL, rail, ocean, air) to identify and recover overcharges and improve compliance.


* Implement and maintain robust internal controls and reporting mechanisms for freight payment, claims, and audit activities.


* Create strategic roadmap and multi-year plan to become best in class at execution while utilizing emerging technologies to drive best in class efficiency in this space.

Private Fleet & Trailer Management:


* Lead the strategic management of the company's private fleet assets, including vehicle maintenance, utilization optimization, and compliance.


* Develop and execute strategies for efficient trailer management, ensuring optimal utilization and optimization of the trailer pool sharing across manufacturing sites.


* Analyze fleet and trailer performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.

AI Innovation & Technology Leadership:


* Serve as the company's lead expert on AI utilization in logistics, identifying and evaluating emerging technologies and applications.


* Develop and implement software powered solutions to automate processes and enhance decision-making.


* Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate solutions into existing logistics systems and workflows.


* Drive continuous improvem...