The Premium Transportation Manager is responsible for managing the Stellantis Premium Transportation Provider to ensure seamless execution of expedited freight into all Stellantis North America Assembly Plants. This role serves as the primary escalation point for expedited freight, effective management of premium transportation KPIs, and billing accuracy.
This role requires cross-functional collaboration, third-party relationship management, quick decision making, attention to detail, and an in-depth understanding of the Stellantis mainframe systems to ensure there is no disruption to production.
Key Responsibilities Included But Not Limited To - Premium Transportation Operations:
- Serve as the primary escalation point for all premium freight into Stellantis North America Assembly Plants
- Coordinate cross-functionally with suppliers, customs, logistics, STLA manufacturing plants, and the PTM Provider to ensure seamless execution of expedited freight to protect production
- Ensure carrier-communicated protect-times are met to avoid production disruption
- PTM Provider Management:
- Visit premium transportation provider weekly to maintain a strong relationship and ensure operational concerns are addressed in a timely manner
- Schedule on-site Quarterly Business Reviews with leadership to ensure operational performance is improving, costs are reducing, and continuous improvement projects are on track
- Collaborate with the premium transportation provider on KPIs including, but not limited to, carrier delivery performance, costs, and GPS accuracy
- Billing:
- Align with the premium transportation provider’s finance team to correct AETC Data to ensure payment flows through
- Utilize ELEEN, and Qlik to review outstanding payables weekly and lead the process to ensure the premium transportation provider is paid in a timely manner
- Continuous Improvement:
- Leverage PowerBI Data from our premium transportation provider to drive projects that can help drive cost-per-mile (CPM) reduction
- Investigate opportunities to leverage AI for premium freight risk reduction by identifying delays in shipments proactively
- Identify opportunities to identify supply risk in advance to reduce overall requirements of premium freight
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in logistics, or supply chain operations
- Demonstrated experience managing 3PLs, carriers, or premium transportation providers
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and Stellantis Mainframe Screens
- Ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree (MBA or Supply Chain Management)
- Experience supporting assembly, powertrain, or stamping plant operations
- Automotive or manufacturing experience
Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We Help You Plan For The Future With
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
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