Manager, Supply Chain Logistics

About Us

Highland Electric Fleets’ electrification-as-a-service (EaaS) model aims to make electric school buses and other clean heavy duty vehicles attainable for every district across the US and Canada. Our turnkey solution tackles financing, vehicle procurement, infrastructure upgrade and maintenance to create a reliable and affordable fleet for our customers.

We know that cleaner buses create healthier communities and it’s our mission to eliminate the barriers to better student health and cleaner air - just 10 electric buses will reduce the pediatric asthma risk for 1,500 students!*

We are looking for candidates that want to help support this mission…

*Source: American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. Based on estimates for Highland customer with large fleet

Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Planning & Logistics, the Manager, Supply Chain Logistics is responsible for leading the logistics strategy and procure-to-pay process at Highland.

This person will assist the Sr. Manager, Planning & Logistics with driving on-time delivery for project equipment and onboarding logistics partners and systems (Transportation Management System). This individual will be responsible for acquiring and maintaining proficiency in NetSuite procurement modules.

Responsibilities will also include logistics partner relationship management and working closely with Project Managers and the Engineering & Maintenance team. This individual will monitor and report on delivery schedules and overall supplier performance KPI’s.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Perform procure-to-pay activities and manage supplier on-time delivery for Fleet Operations and R&D.
• Develop and communicate action plans for resolving delivery issues, receiving, and on-time payment to suppliers.
• Work closely with Project Execution team on developing unique logistics solutions
• Shipment planning, load tendering, route optimization, and monitoring of inbound freight from suppliers to project sites
• Support implementation and ownership of Transportation Management System (TMS)
• Support the onboarding and relationship management of logistics partners
• Super-User for NetSuite Advanced Procurement modules and assist in implementation of ERP system modules for purchasing
• Continuously improve purchasing and planning processes through automation, standard work (procedures), and visual management.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, finance or related discipline

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with procurement/logistics in a service, manufacturing, or construction environment
• Technical knowledge of purchasing, logistics, planning
• ERP systems knowledge and experience, preferably Oracle or NetSuite
• TMS knowledge and experience. Implementation experience desired
• Proven track record of troubleshooting complex issues and developing effective solutions
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and execute multiple unrelated tasks and to clearly communicate task status (verbal and written)
• Experience working in technology-intensive environments; strong analytical skills
• Ability to work with little supervision and thrive in a deadline driven, fast paced environment; proactive, systemic, and detail oriented in addressing challenges; passion for accelerating success and driving change
• Confident, high energy, self-motivated and a team player
• Proficient in presenting using Google & Microsoft 365 tools
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) desired

What You Can Expect from Highland:

· Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus program

· A supportive, highly collaborative, team-oriented environment

· Opportunities to make a difference, be heard, add value, and be recognized

· Growth and development with a leader in this new and exciting industry

· Ability to work with bright, innovative, and forward-thinking colleagues

· Health, Vision, and Dental coverage for employees & their dependents

· Life insurance, public transportation assistance

· Generous Paid Time Off

· 401(k) program and company match

Highland Electric Fleets provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Highland Electric Fleets complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.