Freight Manager

Ecore International; York Township (York County); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in performance surfaces is seeking a Freight Manager to oversee logistics operations. This role focuses on implementing a Transportation Management System to enhance efficiency and cost control. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in freight management and logistics, ensuring seamless integration with existing processes.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance

401k with a company match

Earn PTO hours immediately

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in freight management or logistics.
• Proven experience in implementing or managing a TMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection and optimization of a TMS.
• Develop strategies to improve freight efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Logistics Software

Job description

PA - York, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00 AM

At Ecore , we transform reclaimed materials into performance surfaces that manage energy and improve people’s lives. Why does it matter? Because we believe innovative surfaces have the power to help people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves, and innovative businesses can help protect the planet we share.

We are excited to welcome aFreight Manager to our team! Join us in our mission to rid the world of rubber waste.

Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Freight Manager to oversee our logistics operations with a primary focus on implementing and optimizing a Transportation Management System (TMS). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in freight management, supply chain logistics, and TMS implementation, ensuring seamless integration with existing business processes to enhance efficiency, cost control, and visibility.

Salary: $83,000 and up, depending on experience

What you'll do:

• Lead the selection, implementation, and ongoing optimization of a TMS to streamline freight and logistics operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure smooth system integration.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve freight efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Analyze and manage freight operations, including carrier selection, contract negotiations, pricing bids, and performance tracking.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to freight costs, transit times, carrier performance, and system efficiency.
• Train and support team members on TMS functionality and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and industry best practices.
• Identify and resolve system-related issues, working closely with IT and third-party providers.
• Develop reporting and data analysis tools to provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in logistics technology to maintain a competitive edge.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in freight management, logistics, or transportation.
• Proven experience in implementing or managing a TMS (e.g., Shipwell, MercuryGate, Oracle, SAP, Blue Yonder, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams and vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of freight regulations, compliance, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data analytics tools, and logistics software.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive process improvements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP integration and automation in logistics operations.
• Familiarity with freight auditing, optimization strategies, and predictive analytics.
• Certification in supply chain management or logistics (e.g., CSCP, CLTD, CITT, or similar).

What we offer you:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• 401k with a company match
• Earn PTO hours immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for development
• 2-minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS Ecore International and its subsidiaries participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If, after an applicant has been extended and accepted an offer of employment, the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including withdrawal of the offer of employment or terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer may use E-Verify's photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) photograph.

PA - York, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America