What does the Transportation Management team do?

• Manage and determine cost effective transportation services related to client transportation.
• Assisting in preparation of logistics reports and administrative reports.
• Managing various transportation activities; receiving incoming inquiries; checking emails; making outbound calls to clients and performing several other tasks as required by logistics Management.
• Extensive telephone contact with shipping locations directing load planning with freight carriers to meet client fulfillment requirements.
• Manage OS&D claims mitigation including carrier negotiation to reduce client/IMS exposure.
• Monitor 3rd party freight payment system to determine proper resolution of freight invoice adjustments and provide improvement recommendations to reduce variances.
• Work directly with client and client account management to develop, interpret, and advise on logistics analytics, cost save reporting and best practice transportation practices.
• Daily tracking of shipments across all modes of transportation
• Daily management of OEM's and vendors to determine best rate, route and shipment consolidation planning including expediting, tracing, and tracking error resolution.

We value what makes you, you

IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work, they feel valued and appreciated, and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions, and where our people are connected - to the work we do, to each other, and to IMS.

Who are you?

You think critically and solve problems. You can handle a variety of tasks and work on multiple projects at once.

Additionally, you embody the IMS principles of Passion, Collaboration, Integrity, Inventiveness, and Proactivity. You will be part of a team that strives to provide excellent service and thought leadership to our clients and want to bring your best to the organization and see your work brought to life.

What's the opportunity?

The Logistics Coordinator will be assigned as a key account contact responsible for entry level transportation management activities including load planning, mode determination and carrier selection to determine and recommend the most cost-effective transportation solution. Management of all modes of transportation for both domestic and international will be required. We work closely with Warehouse Operations; Finance and the Account Management teams as a resource to provide transportation expertise.

The skills and experience you have

• Understanding of basic Transportation Management
• Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and manage priorities under tight timelines
• Critical thinking, strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks effectively and must be a team player
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
• IBM iSeries or similar PC system experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of carrier pricing agreements
• Negotiation skills
• Complex Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, graphing etc.

What we offer

In addition to playing an important role at IMS, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Generous PTO policy
• Robust peer recognition program
• Training and development opportunities
• Commitment to growing and enhancing our organizational culture

Who we are

IMS represents leading brands at the point of purchase – in store, online, and behind the scenes – including digital and traditional signage, print and POP, branded merchandise, and more. Our marketplace is solution agnostic, so our clients achieve best execution at lowest price throughout North America. Our integrated platform (planning, procurement, freight, warehousing, kitting, fulfillment, field execution, analytics, and program management) empowers our clients to stay at the strategic level, knowing that we can help turn their marketing vision into a reality. Visit us at: www.IMSretail.com.
IMS is wholly owned by Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC), an inter-connected global network of leading marketing communication companies offering a diverse, comprehensive range of marketing solutions spanning brand advertising, customer relationship management, media planning and buying services, public relations and numerous specialty communications services to drive bottom line results for its clients (www.omnicomgroup.com).

A note to candidates

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and we are most interested in finding the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background, and that's okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

IMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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