Freight Manager - 1416

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

Job summary

Ecore International is seeking a Freight Manager to oversee logistics operations and implement a Transportation Management System. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in freight management and a strong analytical background, contributing to the company's mission of reducing rubber waste. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to impact the environment positively.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage

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.
• Knowledge of freight regulations and industry best practices.

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

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

TMS (Transportation Management System)

Microsoft Excel

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Description/Responsibilities

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.

Location: 76 Acco Drive, York, PA 17402

We are excited to welcome a Freight 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 SSA and/or 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 or termination of 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 Form I-9. E-Verify's photo screening may be used to match photographs on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with USCIS photographs.

Other details

• Job Function: Indirect
• Pay Type: Salary

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Building Materials