• Transportation Manager III

    DISH Network (Englewood, CO)


    Company Summary

    EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

     

    Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

    Department Summary

    Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.

     

    Job Duties and Responsibilities

     

    The Transportation Manager will lead a team responsible for providing logistics and transportation as a shared service for all EchoStar businesses, negotiating contracts with carriers, analyzing large data sets to create trend reports, developing tools to audit operational processes, investigating irregularities in our shipments, and building analytical tools and models to improve our transportation programs across the entire company. This position will require the ability to effectively communicate on progress, strategies, risks and plans for operational execution.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Manage and execute transportation and logistics services across all business units, meeting service level agreements

    + Lead freight cost, service and carrier management studies, lead RFQ/P, and award process.

    + Negotiate Rates and service commitments for outsourced Parcel, LTL and Truckload

    + Manage the implementation of the Transportation Management System (TMS, develop complex analysis supported through TMS business intelligence capabilities

    + Work with cross-functional teams to generate freight market benchmarking and determine meaningful KPIs

    + Develop methods of measuring and reporting operational effectiveness, develop and manage metrics by business unit

    + Work closely with operations teams to develop opportunities for continuous improvement

    + Perform financial analysis, budget preparation and monthly reporting within the Transportation & Logistics team

    + Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives

     

    Skills, Experience and Requirements

    Education and Experience:

    + 5+ years of experience leading transportation and logistics teams in a large company. Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience. Excellent computer skills, including experience with Oracle (or similar), Transportation Management Systems, and Freight Payment Systems.

    Skills and Qualifications:

    + Must have management experience and negotiating/business acumen relating to Parcel, LTL and Truckload

    + Develop team members professionally and instill a high-quality culture.

    + Ability to organize multiple priorities using effective problem solving

    + Strong knowledge of shipping practices

    + Ability to read, analyze and interpret business periodicals, technical procedures and contracts.

     

    Visa sponsorship not available for this role

     

    Salary Ranges

     

    Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year

     

    Benefits

     

    We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .

     

    The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

     

    Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

     

    The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

     

    We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.