USA - Operations Analyst III
EPITEC, Old Deerfield, WI, United States
Job Title:
Transportation Network Lead
Location:
Deerfield, IL
Job Type:
Contract
Expected hours per week:
40 hours per week
Schedule:
Monday–Friday
Pay Range: $40 - $42 an hr
Job Description
A leading organization is transforming its U.S. transportation network by expanding 3PL partnerships and adding targeted contractor support to ensure seamless execution of its transportation strategy. We’re seeking a
Transportation Network Lead (Contract)
to help manage critical elements of a newly implemented, 3PL-supported transportation model.
This role is ideal for a transportation professional who thrives in fast-paced change environments, brings strong analytical capability, and has hands‑on experience working within or alongside 3PL and carrier networks during network transitions. You’ll play a key role in transportation planning, RFP execution support, and operational performance management planning—helping translate strategy into executable operating plans.
What You’ll Do
Provide functional leadership for assigned elements of the U.S. transportation plan, including
Last Mile Distribution, Replenishment, and International replenishment
within a new 3PL network model.
Support transportation
RFP execution , including requirements definition, scope clarification, SOP documentation, bid evaluation support, and onboarding activities.
Partner closely with
3PL providers and carriers
to translate transportation strategy into executable operating plans.
Support development and deployment of transportation service offerings (e.g.,
white glove , stock rotation, returns, specialized delivery requirements).
Identify and evaluate routes, modes, and providers to optimize
cost, speed, reliability, and capacity
during network transition.
Manage tactical execution across transportation modes, ensuring adherence to route guides and standard work.
Monitor and manage carrier and 3PL KPIs, including:
Tender acceptance %
On‑time pickup and delivery %
Route guide compliance
Exception and escalation performance
Perform detailed data collection, reporting, and analysis to identify
financial, service, and margin improvement
opportunities.
Collaborate with Warehouse, Network Design, Planning, and Customer Service teams to ensure transportation execution aligns with finalized network decisions.
Prepare and present clear, action‑oriented updates for transportation leadership—highlighting risks, trends, and recommendations.
Support stabilization and continuous improvement activities following go‑live of new 3PL network components.
Contract Role Scope (Important Notes)
Individual contributor role;
no direct people management
responsibilities.
Emphasis on
execution, implementation, and operational oversight
(not long‑term organizational ownership).
Role duration and scope may adjust based on network transformation milestones.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree plus
5+ years
of experience in transportation, supply chain, or logistics operations.
Strong knowledge of the
U.S. transportation market , carriers, and multi‑mode execution (parcel, LTL, truckload, intermodal);
ocean exposure preferred .
Proven experience working with or managing transportation activity in operational environments.
Demonstrated expertise pulling, validating, analyzing, and presenting transportation data to support decision‑making.
Experience supporting transportation
RFPs, SOP development, carrier onboarding, and performance management .
Familiarity with TMS platforms ( Blue Yonder preferred ) and ERP systems ( JDE a plus ).
Strong financial/business acumen with ability to balance cost, service, and risk.
Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, change‑driven environment.
Strong project management skills.
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Transportation Network Lead
Location:
Deerfield, IL
Job Type:
Contract
Expected hours per week:
40 hours per week
Schedule:
Monday–Friday
Pay Range: $40 - $42 an hr
Job Description
A leading organization is transforming its U.S. transportation network by expanding 3PL partnerships and adding targeted contractor support to ensure seamless execution of its transportation strategy. We’re seeking a
Transportation Network Lead (Contract)
to help manage critical elements of a newly implemented, 3PL-supported transportation model.
This role is ideal for a transportation professional who thrives in fast-paced change environments, brings strong analytical capability, and has hands‑on experience working within or alongside 3PL and carrier networks during network transitions. You’ll play a key role in transportation planning, RFP execution support, and operational performance management planning—helping translate strategy into executable operating plans.
What You’ll Do
Provide functional leadership for assigned elements of the U.S. transportation plan, including
Last Mile Distribution, Replenishment, and International replenishment
within a new 3PL network model.
Support transportation
RFP execution , including requirements definition, scope clarification, SOP documentation, bid evaluation support, and onboarding activities.
Partner closely with
3PL providers and carriers
to translate transportation strategy into executable operating plans.
Support development and deployment of transportation service offerings (e.g.,
white glove , stock rotation, returns, specialized delivery requirements).
Identify and evaluate routes, modes, and providers to optimize
cost, speed, reliability, and capacity
during network transition.
Manage tactical execution across transportation modes, ensuring adherence to route guides and standard work.
Monitor and manage carrier and 3PL KPIs, including:
Tender acceptance %
On‑time pickup and delivery %
Route guide compliance
Exception and escalation performance
Perform detailed data collection, reporting, and analysis to identify
financial, service, and margin improvement
opportunities.
Collaborate with Warehouse, Network Design, Planning, and Customer Service teams to ensure transportation execution aligns with finalized network decisions.
Prepare and present clear, action‑oriented updates for transportation leadership—highlighting risks, trends, and recommendations.
Support stabilization and continuous improvement activities following go‑live of new 3PL network components.
Contract Role Scope (Important Notes)
Individual contributor role;
no direct people management
responsibilities.
Emphasis on
execution, implementation, and operational oversight
(not long‑term organizational ownership).
Role duration and scope may adjust based on network transformation milestones.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree plus
5+ years
of experience in transportation, supply chain, or logistics operations.
Strong knowledge of the
U.S. transportation market , carriers, and multi‑mode execution (parcel, LTL, truckload, intermodal);
ocean exposure preferred .
Proven experience working with or managing transportation activity in operational environments.
Demonstrated expertise pulling, validating, analyzing, and presenting transportation data to support decision‑making.
Experience supporting transportation
RFPs, SOP development, carrier onboarding, and performance management .
Familiarity with TMS platforms ( Blue Yonder preferred ) and ERP systems ( JDE a plus ).
Strong financial/business acumen with ability to balance cost, service, and risk.
Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, change‑driven environment.
Strong project management skills.
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