Logistics Process Owner

Job DescriptionJob Title: Logistics Process OwnerType: Direct HireWork Location: Hybrid Position in Wilmington, DEJob Overview:The Logistics Process Owner is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of freight invoices across all modes (e.g., parcel, LTL, TL, ocean, air, brokerage). This role supports the company's logistics, finance, and supply chain operations by resolving invoice discrepancies, maintaining rate and contract accuracy, and ensuring on time payment. The process owner contributes to cost savings, improved financial controls, and enhanced carrier relationshipsEssential Job Responsibilities:Invoice Audit & ValidationManage the process that reviews and validates freight invoices against transportation contracts, spot quotes, and shipment data.Identify process discrepancies such as incorrect rates, carrier invoice issues, duplicate billing, or unauthorized services.Ensure invoices meet compliance with internal policies, contractual terms, and regulatory requirements.Perform root-cause analysis for recurring errors and propose corrective actions.Manage our post audit process.Freight Payment ProcessingAct as control owner for freight audit and payment system landscape including system Digital landscape, SharePoint, and functional mailboxMaintain audit trails and documentation for audits and compliance reviews.Support monthly accrual processes, ensuring unbilled freight is captured accurately.Data Management & ReportingUpdate and maintain freight payment master data tables.Ensure rate integration process is up to date and being executed properly across the modal teams.Manage the freight reporting workspace and provide guidance on reporting requirements.Support metrics such as shipment data accuracy, freight spend, invoice processing cycle time, accrual reporting, cost recovery, and payment timeliness.Carrier & Internal CollaborationServe as the primary point of contact for carrier invoices or freight payment escalations.Partner with logistics operations, procurement, and finance to resolve systemic issues and improve invoice quality.Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews with the freight audit and payment supplier and cross functional teams.Continuous ImprovementRecommend enhancements to the freight audit and payment process to improve accuracy, efficiency, and automation.Assist with system upgrades, testing, and data validation and defect resolution.Support cost reduction initiatives by identifying billing anomalies and trend patterns.Exception ResolutionProvide oversight of our Exception Handling teams to drive process improvement.Manager yearly and ad hoc Standard Operating Procedure reviews.Freight Apps, Yearly SOP Reviews, Drive process improvementsRequired Skills & Experience:Bachelor's degree in finance, logistics, supply chain management or a related field5+ years of experience in finance or logistics with a focus on invoice payment processesStrong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence without direct authorityKnowledge of SAP, finance, logistics and invoice payment processes and proceduresAbility to analyze data from multiple sources and develop actionable insightsAnalytical, detail-oriented, and process disciplinedExcellent communication and presentation skillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI and other data analysis toolsStrong stakeholder management across internal and external stakeholders (carriers, suppliers, buyers, and business teams)Excellent documentation, prioritization, and problem-solving abilitiesProficient in SAP, Excel, and standard workflow toolsJob Requisition # 40178#LI-DK1A reasonable estimate of the Base Salary for this role is $00,000 - $00,000 per year. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.Meet Your Recruiter