Demand Chain Transportation Specialist II

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA•Kennesaw, GA

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About The Position

At Yamaha Motor, we keep things moving, and we’re looking for a Demand Chain Transportation Specialist to join our team in Kennesaw, GA. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and enjoy keeping operations running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! In this role, you will manage the timely and efficient movement of auction products, dealer freight, expedited shipments, and other transportation needs. You’ll oversee delivery schedules, monitor shipment progress, and ensure delivery commitments are met. Responsibilities also include managing hazmat documentation, supporting RFQs and spot quotes, and coordinating irregular transport requests. Additionally, you’ll track key transportation KPIs such as on-time delivery, aging shipments, and carrier compliance, while providing accurate tracking updates to internal teams and customers to ensure smooth transportation operations.

Requirements

High School diploma; BA / BS / AS or some college preferred.
3+ years’ experience in transportation required.
Ability to get Hazmat Certified: 49CFR, IATA, IMDG; or current Hazmat certification a plus
Must have a strong understanding of the transportation and logistics industry.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and good quantitative skills are required.
Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
TMS knowledge and experience a plus.
Ability to learn and regularly operate various computer systems across different platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

BA / BS / AS or some college preferred.
current Hazmat certification a plus
TMS knowledge and experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with warehouse load planners at assigned facilities on load planning, routing and TMS issues. Responsible for ensuring balance with freight and multiple transportation options, maximizing utilization, optimizing routes, ensuring customer and sales requirements are entered correctly into system, and planning to achieve customer and company goals.
Coordinate with carrier personnel to address transportation related problems as needed (i.e., load coverage, routing problems, systems issues, weight discrepancies, detention charges, spot quotes, etc.).
Coordinate the movement of auction product from the origin DC to the respective dealerships. Monitor and manage the purchase of shipping supplies related to auction shipments and side by side shipments.
Meet on time delivery (OTD) requirements and clearly communicate any possible delays to respective Sales Groups and Logistics Management to alleviate any miscommunications or delays with transportation updates.
Arrange inbound & outbound parts shipments from suppliers to Unit warehouses and from Yamaha vendors to our dealer network.
Provide transportation related information to other departments as needed, including quotes, transit times, special equipment requirements, specific handling requirements, and other shipment details.
Prepare and distribute weekly Fuel Surcharge Report as well as updating the TMS with any changes to the Fuel Surcharge. Maintain carrier PRO #’s in TMS.
Utilize various SAP platforms including SAP TM for reporting and monitoring transportation performance, cost, and trends. Assist with annual RFP, including carrier vetting/recruitment, negotiations, and contract entry in TMS.
Support the domestic transportation objectives by evaluating carrier performance, strengthening relationships with top performers, and addressing deficiencies among underperforming carriers.
Monitor and manage transportation performance metrics, including aging reports, on‑time shipping, carrier performance, and delivery quality. Identify trends or issues affecting KPI performance and escalate or recommend solutions to management. Assist in carrier evaluations and continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance service levels.