Transportation Manager

About the role

At SATAIR, we believe in sustainable aviation that allows people to travel and connect across the globe. We are on a mission to provide world-class material solutions that keep aircraft flying and extend their lifespan. As part of the Airbus family, we embrace a global mindset, working in international and diverse teams while collaborating across functions, sites, and cultures. If you want to work in a dynamic environment with a can-do attitude, we offer a great place to explore, learn, and grow while making an impact on aviation’s digital and sustainable transformation.

We are looking for a Transportation Manager to join our team in Dulles, VA.

Responsibilities

• Regional Service Provider Management: Monitor the performance of Transport Service Providers (3PLs/Integrators) within the region. Conduct performance reviews to ensure local adherence to global SLAs, costs, and quality standards, acting as the "boots on the ground" for our global carrier strategy.
• Operational Performance & Governance: Oversee the high-level execution of shipments originating from or destined for our EMEA sites. Act as the escalation point and controller, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulations (e.g., EU customs, Brexit requirements).
• Customer & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the dedicated Transport Partner for regional Sales, Customer Order Desk, and Warehouse Operations teams in the US. Translate their specific local needs into logistics solutions while ensuring alignment with global governance.
• Specialized Logistics Solutions: Act as the regional Subject Matter Expert (SME) for complex flows, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) and project cargo, ensuring local operational hurdles are overcome swiftly.
• Project Representation: Represent the region in global transport projects. Ensure regional requirements are considered in global network designs and actively share best practices with counterparts in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
• Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3-5 years of experience in transportation management, freight forwarding, or logistics management.
• CPL (Certified Logistics Professional) and CTL (Certified in Transportation and Logistics) preferred but not required.
• Proven track record within the transportation environment.
• Project Management expertise and experience working with external service providers.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex logistics issues to non-logistics stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Onsite or remote: 80% onsite / 20% remote.
• Vision: Able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment, read documents, reports, and engineering drawings: 100%.
• Hearing: Able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone, and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms: 100%.
• Speaking: Able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information, and participate in communications: 100%.
• Equipment Operation: Able to operate personal computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, and related office equipment, as well as some production tools such as hydraulic lifts: 100%.
• Carrying: Able to carry documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30 lbs/14 kg: 100%.
• Lifting: Able to lift documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30 lbs/14 kg: 100%.
• Pushing/Pulling: Able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools: 100%.
• Sitting: Able to sit for long periods in meetings or while working on a computer: 100%.
• Squatting/Kneeling: Able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving: 100%.
• Standing: Able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor: 100%.
• Travel: Able to travel independently and at short notice: 10%.
• Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas, including uneven surfaces: 100%.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel-toed shoes required for all shop floor visits; appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Pay

Pay range based on the required profile: $80,000 - $95,000 annually. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off including paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria

These are our current benefit offerings for the current plan year and are subject to change without notice.