Traffic Operations Lead

Agiliti services the hospital industry, providing rental equipment, equipment management services, and equipment maintenance to hospitals in a time-sensitive fashion.

The Traffic Operations Lead’s primary role is to plan and execute the daily shipping movements of Agiliti Inventory moving through freight carriers. This includes directly overseeing Truckload, LTL, Special Handling, and Air/Ocean movements, as well as indirectly overseeing small parcel. The Traffic Operations Lead acts as a liaison between the Agiliti Operations Team and Agiliti’s transportation vendors. The Traffic Operations Lead will also act as a local shipping contact for the Corporate facility and serve as a consultant for the field related to shipping operations, shipping systems, and shipping methods. This position will report directly to the Rental Program Director.

Responsibilities

Act as key contact for all freight and shipping questions and requests

• Executing Freight Shipments
• Tracking and Tracing
• Mitigating shipment issues
• Act as main contact for shipping at Corporate Facility, including some package management
• Act as on-call contact for necessary customer contracts

Collaborate with Director to create and execute long-term strategy

• TMS Enhancements
• Operational Efficiencies
• Integration into ERP(s)
• Evaluating new carriers, executing RFPs, contract negotiations

Manage systems, reporting, and analytics

• Maintain Shipping Database/TMS
• Audit Freight Shipment Invoices and allocate accordingly, dealing with discrepancies
• Upkeep weekly, monthly analytics
• Design Ad-Hoc analytics as requested by other cross-functional teams and Director
• Conduct Quarterly and Annual Business Reviews

Partner with business units to drive innovation

• Act as Transportation Subject Matter Expert for cross-functional teams
• Establish SOPs
• Partner with business leaders on project-based customer logistics
• Consult on new customer opportunities, contracts, etc.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in general business field or supply chain logistics; equivalent experience will be evaluated
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain logistics/freight management

Skills Required

• Fundamental understanding of all modes of transportation, including small parcel
• Strong Written and Oral Communication
• Strong Organizational and Prioritization Skills
• Data Analytics Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Adaptability
• Strong Collaborating abilities working with cross-functional teams

Skills Preferred

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Suite, including Power Queries
• Experience in Transportation Management Systems, MercuryGate Preferred
• Basic Understanding of International Shipping, Customs Regulations
• IATA/DOT Lithium Battery Shipping Expertise
• Project Management

DISCLAIMER

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department and the company.

It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports. Affirmative Action Policy Statements

You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.

Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.

Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.

Primary Job Location:

Corporate MN

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Job Title:

Traffic Operations Lead

Company:

Agiliti

Location City:

Eden Prairie

Location State:

Minnesota