About Flexport:
At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
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The opportunity:
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The Sr. Partnership Manager, Trucking role is a critical part of Flexport providing end-to-end supply chain solutions for our clients today with a forward-looking view and build for the future.
This person will be responsible for over-the-road trucking at Flexport, whether the final leg from an ocean shipment or stand-alone FTL or LTL move as well as transloads with our warehouse partners. They must bring a builder's mentality and tenacious attitude. Daily tasks include managing our trusted trucking and warehouse partner companies while enabling internal teams to grow Truckload and Platform business. This position requires working with both external and internal stakeholders while helping guide the vision of Truckload at Flexport.
What you will do:
- Own strategic relationships with trucking and warehousing providers: Flexport has close partnerships with truckload Asset/Brokerage carriers and third party warehouse companies. This position will manage those relationships and be the primary point of contact for our partners.
- Be responsible for Truckload and Warehouse performance, including growth, on time service, and Flexport policy adherence: Truckload and Warehouse offerings at Flexport require strategic procurement focused on best cost and service. Performance comes from smart procurement and management of partners.
- Partner with sales to grow Truckload and Transload services at Flexport: Truckload and Transload services are an untapped market at Flexport. Growth will come with joining the sales journey with our talented Demand team.
- Assist in developing and executing the future vision of Truckload and Transload at Flexport: We need more than a partner manager. We’re looking for someone to run the day to day while guiding the vision of Truckload services at Flexport.
- Be the face of Trucking at Flexport, including pricing, operations, and leadership functions: Internal and external stakeholders will start with you when thinking about Truckload at Flexport.
You should have:
- 10+ years in customer, carrier, or partner management in the logistics industry
- Strategic vision coupled with ground floor execution
- Program management skills (set goals, manage delivery, create and measure)
- Ability to make informed decisions using data
- Previous sales experience is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Ability to travel
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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