Inbound Transportation Manager

Where your expertise is needed

AUTODOC is a technology company with a leading e-commerce platform for vehicle parts and accessories in Europe. Founded in 2008 in Berlin, we are now 5,000 people from 68 nationalities, collaborating to make mobility easy and sustainable. By placing technology at the core of everything we do, we manage to serve customers in 27 European countries in 23 languages. In 2022, AUTODOC achieved sales of over 1,1 billion euros; stocks 5.2 million products, processes around 50,000 orders per day with over 6 million active customers. Curious minds, adventurous experts and tech-savvy professionals - one team, one billion euros revenue. Catch the ride!

What we’re looking for

An inbound transportation manager is responsible for overseeing the transportation of goods and materials from suppliers to the company’s warehouse or distribution center. They ensure that the inbound transportation process is efficient, cost-effective, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

Job requirements

• Monitor the inbound transportation of goods and materials from suppliers to the warehouse or distribution center
• Coordinate with suppliers, carriers, warehouse staff, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods and materials.
• Monitor and track the status and location of inbound shipments, using transportation management systems and other tools.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation-related laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, such as safety, quality, environmental, and customs requirements.
• Resolve any issues or problems that arise during the inbound transportation process, such as delays, damages, shortages, or disputes.
• Analyze and evaluate the inbound transportation performance and data, using key performance indicators and metrics, and prepare reports and recommendations for improvement.
• Manage, train, and supervise a team of transportation staff, such as dispatchers, drivers, and clerks, and provide feedback and guidance.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, inventory, fulfillment, and sales, to ensure alignment and coordination of inbound transportation activities with the company’s goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or similar Profession  in logistics, transportation, business administration, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in inbound transportation management or a similar role in the logistics industry.
• Proficient in transportation management systems, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of the inbound transportation industry, best practices, trends, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
   

Perks at work

What do we offer?

• Competitive salaries based on your professional experience
• Fast growing international company with stable employment
• A cafeteria benefit system, thanks to which you can choose the option you will use Life insurance, private medical care, sports card, cinema tickets and others
• Transportation Services (for all the Warehouse employees) 
• Guaranteed 26 days of vacation per calendar year, regardless of seniority;
• An extra day off so you can celebrate your birthday;
• Mental Wellbeing Program – the opportunity for free psychological counseling for you and your family members 24/7 hotline and online sessions
• AUTODOC Corporate Discount (1,080 Euros per annum)  to order parts for their own use at special discounted rates
• Opportunities for advancement, further trainings (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills on our e-learning platform) and coaching
• Free English, German and Polish language classes
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work