Assoc Dir-Supply Chain

Verizon Communications - Basking Ridge, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Basking Ridge, NJ

Telecommunications

About the position

The Associate Director of Supply Chain at Verizon is responsible for managing a team that supports Global Operations, focusing on transportation logistics for devices, network, value, and international logistics. This role involves acting as a subject matter expert on new initiatives, evaluating current transportation models, and implementing strategies to reduce costs while maintaining service level commitments. The position requires leading cross-functional teams, managing third-party freight audits, and overseeing transportation budgets and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team responsible for supporting Global Operations in transportation logistics.
• Act as the lead subject matter expert on new initiatives and projects across the transportation team.
• Evaluate the current transportation model and identify strategies to decrease costs while meeting service level commitments.
• Lead a team in analyzing cost containment initiatives and process improvements across the transportation network.
• Liaise with internal and external parties regarding transportation matters.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Establish and maintain reporting accuracy and consistency, including the creation and distribution of scorecards and dashboards.
• Produce and deliver reports to senior management to track productivity, quality, and efficiency of carriers.
• Lead and execute strategic initiatives for Verizon Supply Chain.
• Develop strategies to improve transportation cost and performance while adhering to legal requirements.
• Drive tactical transportation cost containment initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• 7 years of experience in supply chain management or logistics.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with cost containment initiatives.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects.
• Proficiency in transportation logistics and budget management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with third-party freight auditing.
• Familiarity with transportation dashboarding and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of inventory planning and warehouse operations.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options