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INTRODUCTION

Are you ready to join a dynamic, innovative team and become an industry leader? Mubea is a global automotive supply company that can give you the career of your dreams. We employee over 15,000 employees in 20 countries and you could be one of them! If you are ambitious, focused, open minded and want to be part of the development, manufacture and sales of technical products of the highest quality, specifically in the areas of chassis, body, powertrain, e-mobility and electrification, you should apply now!

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The North American Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing all inbound and outbound transportation for Mubea North America. This role ensures efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of raw materials and finished goods while maintaining strong carrier relationships, optimizing transportation networks, and supporting plant operations. The manager will collaborate closely with Central Logistics in Attendorn, 3PL and asset carriers.

Transportation Operations & Strategy

- Manage daily North American transportation activities including truckload, LTL, intermodal, parcel, and expedited shipments.
- Optimize routing, mode selection, and carrier utilization to improve on-time performance and reduce logistics costs.
- Develop and maintain a regional transportation strategy aligned with corporate supply chain goals.
- Lead initiatives to improve network efficiency, reduce freight spend, and enhance service levels.

Carrier & Supplier Management

- Select, onboard, and manage relationships with carriers, logistics service providers, brokers, and 3PL partners.
- Negotiate transportation contracts, rates, and service agreements.
- Monitor carrier performance through KPIs such as on-time delivery, claims, capacity reliability, and responsiveness. Other KPI’s to be determined.
- Resolve escalated service issues and act as a liaison between carriers and internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, CBP, and relevant international trade and transportation regulations.
- Manage freight claims, cargo insurance matters, and risk-mitigation processes.

Data, KPIs & Continuous Improvement

- Analyze freight data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Develop and publish weekly, monthly, and quarterly transportation metrics for leadership.
- Lead or support logistics transformation projects, TMS enhancements, and digitalization efforts.

Collaboration & Leadership

- Partner with production, planning, purchasing, distribution centers, and customer service to support operational requirements.
- Lead a small team of 2 Transportation Specialists and 1 Transportation Supervisor with a department total of 5 professionals in the US and Mexico.
- Support new program launches, lane additions, and plant changes within North America. Provide subject-matter expertise for escalations, carrier issues, and supply chain disruptions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education & Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or four plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of domestic and cross-border logistics, customs processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency with AX-4, SAP, and freight auditing tools.
- Advanced analytical capabilities using Excel, QlikView, or similar.

Leadership & Soft Skills

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume automotive environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous-improvement mindset.

What We Offer

In addition to forward-looking perspectives in our growing family company worldwide, Mubea provides the opportunity for continuous development, actively supporting your ideas and goals. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional health and welfare benefits package to all of our employees. As a member of our team you will be eligible to participate in a full menu of benefits, including: medical, dental and vision insurances; company and voluntary life insurances; paid time off; and, a matching 401(k) plan. Take advantage of the diverse career opportunities at Mubea and enhance our team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.