3PL Warehousing Category Manager

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Job Summary:

The 3PL Warehousing Category Manager will partner with leadership and peers to develop and implement 3PL distribution strategy and warehousing solutions. This position will work closely with internal customers to support all strategic business units (SBUs). This position is responsible for developing scenarios and business cases, bidding, and sourcing activities to support 3PL implementation, contract approvals, contract renewals, and performance management of 3PL suppliers. The value of the position will be demonstrated through the achievement of working collaboratively with the SBUs and managing the 3PL warehouse and distribution spend for all businesses in North America, while optimizing spend through lean principles, innovation, and introducing processes, technology, and techniques that enhance efficiency in the global supply chain.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs, along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Learn more about our benefits here!

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite at the Davidson, NC office 3 days each week.

What you will do:

• Develop, recommend, and lead commercial efforts for 3PL (warehousing, shuttles, yard management, etc.) initiatives to include the following:
• Lead implementation of preferred provider program
• Primary point of contact for relationship management for 3PL providers
• Develop RFI based on customer needs
• Determine RFQ requirements
• Establish performance guidelines (contractual metrics, KPI’s)
• Define sourcing activities & selecting providers
• Develop a budget and work with internal functional leadership teams
• Partner with SBU customers to approve out-of-scope costs through the work order process or contract amendments
• Manage supplier performance and host quarterly business reviews with top suppliers
• 3PL negotiation & contracting
• Mature the functional standard work
• Coordinate implementation between 3PL and SBU resources
• Develop and monitor the 3PL Provider Pool
• Update the contract repository for any new or existing contracts
• Benchmark current inbound & outbound distribution networks and support business process changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of these networks
• Utilize internal expertise, company initiatives, and SBU customer requirements to develop a decision model to determine optimal 3PL partners
• Work closely with Materials, Distribution, and Sales Leaders to ensure that product flow is supported by the 3PL distribution providers.
• Partner with the Trane Technologies Real Estate team for internal warehouse solutions to include site searches, lease terms, and contract negotiation.
• Partner with Trane Technologies Legal, Risk Management, and EHS teams for contract execution.
• Partner with Commodity Management for any Supplier Owned Managed Inventory (SOMI) needs

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
• 3+ years’ total experience in managing warehousing operations, contract management, material control, project management or other procurement functions.
• Familiarity with the Trane Technologies’ distribution network
• Proven ability to manage projects from inception to completion, including planning, execution, and monitoring, even when the internal customers' needs are unclear in the beginning stages.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both written and verbal communication, including the ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Understanding of distribution concepts, material handling, process flows, RF scanning, distribution automation, cycle counting, throughput strategies, etc.
• Basic knowledge of procurement, transportation management, distribution management, 3PL commercial management, warehouse and logistics modeling, contract execution, material flow/control, and budgetary analysis is needed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills that drive meaningful change.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to negotiate collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve favorable outcomes for the business.
• Demonstrated drive and independence, with a strong motivation to achieve goals and win.
• Proven ability to maintain a strong focus on customer needs and satisfaction.
• Experience in effectively influencing and managing change across various stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive meaningful change.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $72,000- $125,000. Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan.

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and geographic location where the work is performed.