Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) Program Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

Transportation Operations & Execution

• Ensure successful planning and execution of shipments within OTM
• Monitor carrier performance, service levels, and cost adherence
• Lead issue resolution for shipment exceptions, delays, and system gaps

OTM Configuration & Design

• Configure and maintain OTM modules including:
  • Order Release Management
  • Shipment Planning & Optimization
  • Rate Management (contracts, tariffs, fuel)
  • Itineraries & Routing Logic
• Translate operational requirements into system configurations (no heavy coding required)
• Drive continuous improvement of planning parameters, constraints, and automation rules
• Ensure system design aligns with industry transportation standards and best practices

Program Management

• Lead OTM-related initiatives such as enhancements, expansions, and new lane implementations
• Partner with IT for system upgrades, integrations (ERP, WMS), and EDI/API connectivity
• Manage carrier onboarding within OTM (rates, tendering, milestones, visibility)
• Develop SOPs and governance models for system usage and data integrity

Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze transportation data to identify cost savings and service improvements
• Optimize routing guides, mode selection, and consolidation strategies
• Monitor KPIs such as:
  • On-time pickup/delivery
  • Cost per kg / per shipment
  • Tender acceptance rates
  • Planning efficiency

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as the primary liaison between:
  • Transportation Operations
  • Procurement / Sourcing
  • IT / Systems Teams
  • Carriers and 3PLs
• Train and support end users on OTM functionality and best practices

 

Qualification & Requirements

 Required:

• 5–10+ years of transportation/logistics experience (shipper, 3PL, or forwarder)
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) in an operational environment
• Strong understanding of multi-modal transportation (parcel, LTL, FTL, air, ocean)
• Experience configuring OTM (rates, itineraries, agents, automation—not just user-level)
• Ability to translate business needs into system design and execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

• Experience with global transportation (customs, duties, VAT considerations)
• Familiarity with ERP integrations (e.g., Oracle, SAP)
• Experience with EDI/API integrations with carriers
• Background in freight procurement or routing guide optimization

 

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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