3pl Vendor Management - Logistics, Operations

Vendor Relationship Management:

• handles vendor managers in the selection, onboarding, and ongoing management of 3PL partners.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key 3PL providers.
• Ensure that 3PL partners consistently meet or exceed established SLAs and KPIs.

Performance Monitoring and Improvement:

• Implement and monitor performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of 3PL providers.
• Analyze performance data and identify areas for improvement; collaborate with vendors to implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and audits to maintain high service quality.

Cost Management:

• Work closely with the finance department to manage and optimize logistics budgets.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, process optimization, and vendor consolidation.
• Implement cost-control measures to maximize efficiency while maintaining service levels.

Contract and Agreement Management:

• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to negotiate and draft contracts and agreements with 3PL partners.
• Ensure that all contracts are compliant with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Monitor contract compliance and resolve any contractual disputes as needed.

Strategic Planning:

• Participate in the development of supply chain and logistics strategies.
• Provide input on long-term logistics network optimization, capacity planning, and risk management.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of vendor managers, fostering their growth and skill development.
• Ensure that team members are aligned with company goals and objectives.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, including procurement, operations, and transportation, to align logistics activities with broader business objectives.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive alignment and ensure smooth logistics operations.

• Candidates with at least 2-3 years of working experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse, or freight forwarding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to deal cross-functional.
• Energetic, action-oriented, positive approach to problem solving with analytical skill, has passion in the eCommerce industry.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.