GFF Procurement Team - Assistant Manager

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers' products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The position is responsible for managing vendor contracts and supplier relationships, overseeing daily procurement support operations, leading team performance and development, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement standards. The position serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and vendors to maintain service quality, operational efficiency, and effective contract administration. Success in this role requires strong procurement and contract management expertise, leadership and coaching capabilities, analytical judgment, and effective communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full life-cycle of vendor contracts, including review, administration, renewal coordination, and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors to support service delivery, issue resolution, and continuous business partnership improvement.
• Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key vendors, evaluating performance metrics, business objectives, service levels, and improvement opportunities.
• Oversee day-to-day procurement support operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient vendor-related processes and services.
• Monitor vendor performance against established service, quality, and contractual requirements, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Supervise assigned team members, including work allocation, prioritization, and oversight of daily activities.
• Provide coaching, training, and ongoing performance feedback to support employee development and operational effectiveness.
• Conduct performance evaluations and contribute to talent development planning in alignment with department and company objectives.
• Ensure procurement activities and vendor management practices comply with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and mitigate contract, operational, and vendor-related risks through proactive monitoring and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address vendor concerns, support business requirements, and improve procurement processes.
• Analyze vendor and operational performance data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and support management decision-making.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of procurement procedures and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, and vendor performance summaries for leadership review.
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives related to procurement operations and vendor management.
• Up to 10% travel

Compensation Range

$80,859 - $89,739 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits of working at GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills

• Knowledge of procurement principles, vendor management practices, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements, internal controls, and corporate policies.
• Ability to interpret, monitor, and administer commercial contracts.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage team performance.
• Skill in employee coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Skill in vendor relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and procurement-related systems.

Education & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7+ years of Logistics experience
• 1-3 management/supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-7 management/supervisory experience

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Stand/walk
• Carry/lift up to 20 pounds

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions     

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position will be located in Duluth, GA

* Office will be relocating to Atlanta, GA (Buckhead area) in early fall.

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.