Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine pool of cost-efficient transportation carriers
• A full understanding of cost per hundred weight and accurate monitoring are required to determine rates and comparison to standards
• Use of forward budget projection and monitoring of performance to actual with supporting metrics are key
• Ensure delivery capability of material on time
• Monitor transportation cost and adjust carrier pool as required
• Ensure all shipments meet ITAR and federal regulation
• Obtain legal review and approval of AMG transportation
• Track department performance to budget
• Oversee and manage the duties and responsibilities of the Logistics Planners

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Associates degree is required - Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• 3-5 years' experience in the Transportation industry
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Software is necessary
• Experience with SAP is required

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 25% travel may be required

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