Under Armour is looking for a leader of Global Transportation and Trade Compliance to drive Under Armour to new heights in operational and business performance. This position will own the flow of product from port to door for North America and from port to port for our growing international markets. This is a critical role in the supply chain with responsibility for trade compliance/controls, global rate negotiations, carrier/partner relationships and optimizing cost and service to our customers. To be successful, this leader will be required to work as part of a matrixed team to drive consensus building, manage projects and lead a high powered team.
Watch: Career Advice Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Ability to navigate the global network for effectively moving product from our factories to our consumers
Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise team members and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
Responsible for management of Ocean/Air Carrier performance:
Carrier selection, rate negotiations and relationship management
Key Performance Indicator development; driving toward global dashboards and visibility
Drive cost and service opportunities while effectively balancing both.
Trade Compliance:
Ensure Under Armour establishes and monitors world class controls
Support Duty optimization activities: Free Trade Agreements; First Sale; Multi-Country Sourcing
Ensure the free flow of goods through the logistics network
Key thought leader in implementation of SAP Transportation Management and Global Trade Solutions
Drive Global alignment regarding:
Metrics/KPIs
Best practices and process standardization
Support market expansion/new market entry
Lead Direct Ship (to Customer from Factory) capability enhancement
Education/Experience/Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar field, MBA preferred. 15-25+ years of transportation, logistics, trade compliance experience in an established wholesale and/or retail environment –apparel or sporting goods experience preferred. Experience with multiple modes of transportation supporting a global business. Experience with advanced planning systems, preferably experience using SAP, Manhattan Associates, JDA or other planning systems.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
A reputation for outstanding leadership, team building & recruiting. A leader with superior inspirational qualities who creates an atmosphere in which people work together enthusiastically and co-operatively to produce outstanding results; one who attracts top talent from outside the organization while developing strong teams within.
Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to synthesize information into clear, concise messages both for detailed analytical reports and verbal delivery of a message.
Prior experience working for a global company with a strong brand and a distinct culture. Experience working for either a start-up and/or high-growth organization is a plus.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and business acumen as demonstrated through previous work experience and accomplishments.
Proven track record of global product movement in a fast growing multi-billion dollar organization.
Competent and knowledgeable in utilizing best practices in transportation/trade compliance
Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
APICS or other Supply Chain organization experience is desired
Must have a point of view – must be able to clearly articulate the vision and strategy and align organization to deliver great results.
A reputation for outstanding leadership, team building and recruiting. An executive who creates an atmosphere in which people work together enthusiastically and co-operatively to produce outstanding results; one who attracts top talent from outside the organization while developing strong teams within.
Must be able to “make a decision”. UA is growing 25% a year and our leaders must be able to move quickly. Decisive in the face of ambiguity and adversity. Ability to quickly foresee and resolve personnel and process issues.
Smart, creative, compelling, driven. Not afraid to lead others past their comfort zone(s). Creates a sense of urgency and is energized by speed.
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