Senior Analyst - Vehicle Logistics Procurement

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Senior Analyst - Vehicle Logistics Procurement and Projects will be responsible for support the day-to-day Procurement operations for all business departments at GLOVIS America, Inc. Position is responsible for assisting with all vendor (direct and non- direct) contracts to include negotiation, implementation, procurement of goods and services. Duties include but are not limited to; participating in the review of vendor rates, market studies, and support supplier relationships for the best procurement/ business practices.

Responsibilities

• Support Supplier Management and general oversight to all department procurement with external supply chain and its processes
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and potential suppliers, as well as internal business stakeholders
• Proactive support for overall supplier performance and fidelity of supplier scorecards
• Assist with categories of procurement activities to maintain continuity of supply for current and future business needs
• Assist with reviewing existing supplier contracts, ensure on-going and future feasibility with internal stakeholders
• Prepare market study insights and trends for related business and for required/potential outsourced categories of spend (Ocean, OTR, Rail, Intermodal, facilities, etc.)
• Demand and Capacity Planning
• Monitor supplier capacity vs. forecasted demand
• Identify potential supply constraints or disruptions in advance
• Risk & Scenario Planning
• Identify risks (market volatility, fuel costs, geopolitical issues) and prepare scenario planning (best/worst case)
• Develop mitigation strategies
• RFx/Proposal Management:
• Support and assist with RFx process for new/recurring demand: requirements definition, bidder identification, critical timelines
• Work with internal stakeholders to:
• Analyze proposals and opportunities
• Support the process to select optimum suppliers, favorable cost/pricing terms and ensure compliance with Legal, Regulatory, and Customer requirements
• Assist with the development and execution of negotiation plans
• Coordinate inter-departmental communication with Business Development, Finance, Legal, internal consumers, GLOVIS leadership to execute Contract approvals
• Assist with preparing proposal of developmental projects
• Identify areas to improve/ increase Procurement planning, control and accountability with the business groups
• Support the Procurement organization as needed and support management requests for information, analyses and insights
  

Compensation Range

$58,000 - $63,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits Of Working At GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Strong negotiations, procurement, and conflict resolution skills preferred
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and drive actions with cross-functional groups required
• Proficient PC skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, database management systems required
• Working knowledge of industry and market conditions, and carrier operations businesses required required
• Working knowledge of contract management practices, tracking and managing data, contracts, and timelines required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and to adjust to meet business needs required
• Individual must be a self-starter with ability to work with limited direction required
  
  

Education & Experience

• H.S Diploma/G.E.D Required
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 3 - 5 Years of Direct Experience in Supplier Management, Logistics, and/or Project Management Required
• 4 - 7 Years of Direct Experience Preferred
• Legal Document or Automotive Logistics Experience Preferred
  

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Lift up to 20lbs
• Carry up to 20lbs
• Stand/walk
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position is located in the Irvine, CA office
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.