Contract Transportation Performance Specialist

SWJ Technology; Spartanburg (SC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SWJ Technology seeks a Transportation Management Specialist for a client in the automotive sector in Spartanburg, SC. This contractor position requires presence at both the main site and the off-site warehouse facility.

You will monitor carrier performance, track KPIs, drive corrective actions, and lead improvement projects to optimize transportation operations across shifts with on-site and off-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain management, transportation, or transportation service provider management.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or automotive environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, evaluate, and document transportation service provider performance on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Track KPIs, identify gaps, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Establish and manage structured escalation processes for recurring performance issues.
• Coordinate escalation activities to ensure timely support, resolution, and accountability.
• Lead and support projects focused on transportation provider performance and operational improvements.
• Provide recommendations to improve efficiency, collaboration, and implementation of best practices.
• Collaborate with providers and internal partners affected by transportation operations.
• Develop and maintain performance targets and conduct quarterly reviews with service providers.
• Ensure process standardization across all shifts through documentation and updates.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to transportation processes.

Skills

KPI tracking

Carrier performance analysis

Root-cause analysis

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, SCM, Logistics, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SWJ Technology seeks a Transportation Management Specialist for a client in the automotive sector in Spartanburg, SC. This contractor position requires presence at both the main site and the off-site warehouse facility.

You will monitor carrier performance, track KPIs, drive corrective actions, and lead improvement projects to optimize transportation operations across shifts with on-site and off-site collaboration.