Transportation Strategy Specialist – Global SCM

Talentify; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Dental

Development

Educational Assistance

Flexible Work Schedules

Health Savings Accounts

Holidays

Life & Disability

Medical

Training

Vacation

Vision

Wealth Management Support

Job summary

BENTELER Automotive is seeking a proactive Transportation Specialist to optimize transportation networks and improve cost efficiency within its Supply Chain team in Spartanburg, SC. You will collaborate with plants, carriers, and cross-functional teams to drive improvements and ensure seamless goods movement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in SCM/Logistics, with 2+ years in transportation; automotive experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations Management, Economics, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Logistics with understanding of transportation processes, customs, and KPIs
• 2+ years of hands-on transportation experience; Automotive industry experience preferred
• Experience with carrier portals and transportation tools; Lean methodologies knowledge

Responsibilities

• Design and implement transportation concepts across the value chain to improve transit lead times, cost efficiency, and route optimization
• Maintain visibility and transparency of transportation networks and costs, including special freight
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as network redesigns, route optimization, and cost-saving opportunities
• Provide guidance to plants on transportation and warehousing improvements
• Manage additional transportation solutions for critical or urgent situations
• Support plants and customs teams in handling time-sensitive transportation requests
• Execute transportation-related operations to ensure smooth daily logistics performance
• Support and manage transportation-related insurance claims when needed

Skills

3+ years experience in SCM/Logistics

2+ years transportation experience

Lean methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Operations/Economics/Engineering

Tools

Carrier portals

Transportation tools

Job description

BENTELER Automotive is seeking a proactive Transportation Specialist to optimize transportation networks and improve cost efficiency within its Supply Chain team in Spartanburg, SC. You will collaborate with plants, carriers, and cross-functional teams to drive improvements and ensure seamless goods movement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in SCM/Logistics, with 2+ years in transportation; automotive experience is preferred.