Transportation Network Manager

Hundreds of top chefs use Saltz to buy premium produce directly from farms without any middlemen enjoying a broader assortment lower prices and fresher products.

Saltz is growing rapidly and so does our logistics network this is why we are looking for an experienced individual to join us in building an international transportation network!

Tasks

This role is responsible for identifying qualifying onboarding and managing existing carriers performance to ensure the most reliable costeffective and scalable transportation network.

The role requires a strategic mindset and strong analytical capabilities to evaluate carrier performance negotiate contracts and drive continuous improvements in service levels transit times and overall logistics efficiency.

The Transport Network Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams including sales tech and purchasing to ensure seamless of transportation plans. Beyond managing daytoday carrier relationships this position will also focus on longterm network optimization leveraging data analytics market trends and industry best practices to enhance carrier engagement mitigate risk and drive cost savings.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Carrier Performance & Relationship Management: involves establishing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as ontime pick up on time delivery cold chain utilization and cost performance. Performs regular quarterly and annual performance reviews to address service gaps and identify areas for improvement. Additionally this role serves as the primary point of contact for strategic carrier partners fostering longterm relationships that drive mutual success.
• Performance Standards Reporting and Improvement: Leads/supports the development and integration of performance standards (financial operating and cold chain). Creates reporting and works internally with the team and with service providers to achieve performance targets.
• Carrier Dispute Resolution and Compliance: Support the escalation of carrierrelated claims by facilitating communication and resolution efforts. Ensure carriers adhere to regulatory standards and company policies to mitigate transportation risks.
• Remote work with regular domestic and international travel required

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain/ Logistics with 5years of experience in the transportation industry.
• Familiar with key transportation concepts practices and procedures.
• Proven background with logistics / transportation systems leading logistics network improvements through strong financial and operating performance metrics.
• FM/MM/LM knowledge & experience essential; Bonus if it includes international import/export knowledge (Air Ocean).
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing favorable carrier contracts.
• Proactive and entrepreneurship mindset.
• Bilingual English / German Required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and flexible working hours: you own your targets
• Flexible working hours and international travel opportunities.
• The chance to work closely with founders whove built & sold successful companies
• The opportunity to shape Saltzs logistic network all over Europe
• A role in a fastgrowing startup where your impact matters

Saltz is growing rapidly and you would be among the first to join our logistics team.

The majority of the current team has worked together for the past eight years building their previous company to over 200 people in just a few years before selling it to Canadas largest tech company.