Homebased Transportation Operations Specialist at Vontive

Newbury, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain management or equivalent qualifications (advantageous)
  • Strong senior stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Customer/Patient focused
  • Strong data analytical skills, including Excel at intermediary/advanced level
  • Independent and autonomous
  • Proven experience in project management
  • Successful experience of working with individuals/teams from multiple countries
  • Extensive operational experience in the Supply Chain, mainly Transport and Distribution
  • Proven experience of operating within a highly regulated industry (preferably pharmaceutical and/or healthcare)
  • Proven experience of managing 3rd party logistics suppliers
  • Successful experience of driving continuous improvement initiatives
  • Successful experience in executing budget plans and objectives within transport operations
  • Good working knowledge of project management systems and software (e.g. Prince/MS Project/Visio or equivalent)
  • Sound knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards advantageous) and IT knowledge
  • Knowledge of languages other than English (advantageous)
  • Good knowledge of transport regulations, safety procedures and best practices (GDP/GMP)
  • Must travel within the UK and Ireland, and occasionally internationally
  • Able to work as a Lone Worker

Responsibilities

  • Oversee transport operations in the UK and Ireland (e.g. final mile distribution, home deliveries)
  • Lead and coordinate transport and logistics related projects with a view to cost and operational efficiency, company sustainability goals and process improvements in compliance with pharma regulations
  • Provide coverage for the Transport Operations Lead in their absence
  • Develop, implement, lead and support transport/logistics solutions/projects from start to completion within the EMEA Region, in line with Company’s growth strategies
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. Commercial, Finance, Quality, 3PLs) in operational delivery and project coordination within transport/logistics
  • Support with the operational management of 3PL activities (e.g. MBRs/QBRs/Day-to-day operation escalations)
  • Ensure the agreed quality standards are adhered to by the transport service providers
  • Be the main point of contact for Vantive UKI day-to-day transport operations, including managing enquiries and complaints with 3PLs

Skills

transport operations
logistics
3PL management
project coordination
stakeholder liaison
pharma regulations
operational efficiency
sustainability
MBRs
QBRs

Vontive

Provides investment property mortgage solutions

About Vontive

Vontive provides investment property mortgages using technology to simplify and speed up the loan process. Their main product is a "bolt-on" technology that allows retail brands to easily launch their own mortgage services without needing programming skills. This no-code solution can be set up in just a few weeks, making it quicker for brands to offer mortgages. Vontive stands out from competitors by acting as a bridge between real estate investors, lenders, and capital providers, charging fees for their services that reduce traditional risks and inefficiencies in real estate financing. The company's goal is to modernize the investment real estate market by making the mortgage process more efficient and transparent for both retail brands and financial institutions.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$32.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage
Life Insurance
Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies could erode Vontive's market share.
Potential regulatory scrutiny may lead to higher compliance costs and challenges.
Economic downturns could impact demand for investment property mortgages.

Differentiation

Vontive offers a no-code, white-label mortgage solution for real estate investors.
The platform integrates financial institutions through a unique debt marketplace.
Founded by industry veterans, Vontive leverages decades of mortgage and financial expertise.

Upsides

Vontive ranked #10 on the 2022 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 with 9,154% growth.
The company has financed over $1.1 billion in residential properties since April 2022.
Vontive's B2C ecosystem reaches over 1.5 million real estate investors.

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