Senior Logistics Specialist

As a Senior Logistics Specialist at CONMED you will be the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for transportation for all 3 Domestic Manufacturing and Distribution Sites: Utica, NY, Lithia Springs, GA & Largo, FL. You will be responsible for coordinating all shipments across all modes that touch these three sites in any capacity: PFG, OEM, Raw Materials, Returns, Repairs, etc. This includes carrier management, network coordination and cost savings initiatives. You will work with carrier partners to ensure timely deliveries of finished goods to these three CONMED sites as well as to customers. You will support the transportation of raw materials from suppliers across the globe. You will escalate issues with all partners, internal and external, to ensure the smooth flow of product through CONMED's global supply chain. In this role, you will report directly into the Senior Manager, Global Logistics & Trade Compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute CONMED transportation strategy to include management of inbound and outbound lanes for Atlanta, Largo or Utica.

• With the Logistics Team, help to manage network of 15+ carrier partners servicing 6 continents across all shipments modes, FCL, LCL, FTL, LTL, Parcel, International

• Manage CONMED shipment network day-to-day, including holding carrier partners accountable for On Time Delivery and other KPIs, and resolving ad-hoc issues in a timely and efficient manner.

• Route freight (all modes) according to site specific needs, timelines, and commitments to customers

• Work cross functionally with Trade Compliance to ensure adherence to international commerce laws and regulations.

• Cadenced analytics relating to CONMED Global Shipment network designed to highlight network strengths and pinpoint cost saving opportunities.

• Routine review of current trade lanes and assessment of consolidation, cost saving or new carrier opportunities.

• Manage 3P freight audit firm SLA and deliverables.

• Timely review of Carrier Invoices for accuracy and adherence to contractual rates and accessorials

• Identify and spearhead initiatives to reduce freights costs and create efficiencies within the global network.

• Work cross functionally to develop strong partnerships with Operational peers including but not limited to Customer Experience, Distribution, Manufacturing, S&OP, Sterilization, Commercial

• Proactively research and report on trends and industry changes and make recommendations.

• Manage Logistics for multi-site Sterilization Program for inbound materials to Lithia Springs DC

• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Transportation Manager.

• Be present on site at CONMED Lithia Springs DC for critical shipment times, EOM/Q

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• 5-7 years of Supply Chain, Global Logistics, or Transportation experience - all modes of transportation, domestic and international.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior medical device experience

• Certificate in logistics management or Logistics, Transportation and Distribution from ASCM

• ERP, WMS, Software Implementation, Change Management and Project Management experience

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

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CONMED is an Equal Opportunity Employer & an Affirmative Action Employer. CONMED is a strong advocate of workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or veteran status.

If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-325-5900 option #3.

Employment Type: ["FULL_TIME"]