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Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Transportation Management Senior Specialist

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOta, Gunma, JapanNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a logistics or supply chain-related field, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Three to five years of practical experience in supply chain, or a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or a related field.
  • At least five years of practical experience in transportation operations or transportation management system administration.
  • Practical experience in international transportation, including imports and exports.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and SAP.
  • English communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Use the transportation management system to execute and supervise daily transportation operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective domestic cargo transportation; monitor shipment status, handle exceptions, ensure on-time delivery, and use and manage shipment planning services.
  • Identify and implement cargo-consolidation opportunities in loading plans to optimize logistics costs and service performance.
  • Support cargo billing, payment, and audit processes to maintain accounting accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with internal logistics teams and external partners to improve transportation service levels and operational consistency; manage less-than-truckload carriers, route guides, and price lists, including fuel surcharges, in the transportation management system.
  • Participate in developing key performance indicators and cost analysis; collaborate with business and operations teams to advance strategic initiatives and achieve goals and objectives.
  • Support system expansions and participate in transportation management system projects and testing; maintain accurate and consistent master data in the system and support emergency transportation and other urgent customer tasks.
  • Perform international transportation operations related to exports and imports, communicate with domestic and international personnel, and assess and improve operational risks and concerns.
  • Manage operation and maintenance of newly introduced systems for tank container management and inbound Ship to Pay; participate in system improvements and expansions.

Desired Qualifications

  • APICS or CSCMP certification.
  • Experience with freight audit and payment systems.
  • Knowledge of international shipping and customs processes.

About the Company

Momentive

Produces silicones and specialty solutions worldwide

Momentive Performance Materials produces high-performance silicones and related specialty solutions for electronics, automotive, healthcare, energy, construction, agriculture, and consumer goods. Its products are sold through direct online orders and distributors, and the company also provides a Safety Data Sheet locating service for its catalog. Momentive collaborates with partners on advanced materials like Dielectric Elastomer Actuators, devices that change size or shape when an electric field is applied. The company stands out through its broad product range, global reach, and mix of direct and distributor sales, and it aims to grow by expanding its product lines, pursuing strategic partnerships, and scaling its business, including navigating its expected acquisition by KCC Corporation.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$800K
Headquarters
Niskayuna, NY
Founded
2005

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