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JD.COM · 1 day ago

Middle Mile Operations

JD Logistics (US) Inc. is seeking an experienced Middle Mile Operations to lead and optimize our middle mile transportation operations. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end transportation processes across Drayage, FTL/LTL linehaul, and freight forwarding operations, overseeing a fleet of company-owned vehicles and an external carrier network.
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Responsibilities

Develop and execute transportation strategies aligned with corporate objectives, business growth, and market trends for Drayage, Middle Mile (FTL/LTL), and freight operations
Optimize end-to-end linehaul processes including port container drayage, warehouse-to-warehouse trunk routes, cargo consolidation/sorting, and final mile coordination
Design and refine route networks to maximize load efficiency, minimize empty miles and container returns, and reduce per-unit transportation costs
Lead TMS (Transportation Management System) implementation and process digitization initiatives to enhance planning accuracy and operational visibility
Manage and optimize the company-owned vehicle fleet while strategically supplementing capacity through external carrier partnerships
Source, evaluate, and onboard qualified carriers; negotiate competitive rates and service agreements through structured RFP/RFQ processes
Establish and maintain carrier performance scorecards covering on-time delivery, cargo safety, cost efficiency, and compliance metrics
Monitor DOT/FMCSA compliance requirements for both internal fleet and contracted carriers; ensure all safety and regulatory standards are met
Monitor real-time transportation KPIs including cost per shipment, on-time rate, load factor, profit/loss by lane, and fleet utilization
Build risk alert frameworks and escalation protocols to proactively identify and resolve operational anomalies (delays, capacity shortages, damage claims)
Analyze operational data to identify cost-saving opportunities; develop and execute annual financial operating plans with clear P&L accountability
Prepare regular operations reports and executive dashboards; present performance insights and improvement recommendations to senior leadership
Serve as the primary transportation operations contact for key accounts, managing SLA compliance, service reviews, and escalation resolution
Collaborate with Sales, Warehouse Operations, Customs Brokerage, and Customer Service teams to ensure seamless end-to-end supply chain execution
Manage complaint/claims resolution processes; drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to continuously improve client satisfaction
Support RFP response development and client presentations with operational data, capacity planning, and competitive pricing insights

Qualification

Transportation Management SystemCarrier ManagementFinancial PlanningBilingual MandarinBilingual EnglishData AnalysisTMSDOT/FMCSAMicrosoft Office SuiteOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of progressive experience in transportation/logistics operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
Bilingual fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) is required for coordination with HQ and cross-border operations
Demonstrated experience managing carrier relationships, rate negotiations, and RFP/RFQ processes
Proven ability to develop and execute annual financial/operating plans with P&L oversight
Proficiency with TMS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel at advanced level), and data analysis/reporting tools
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a track record of driving process improvement

Preferred

Experience with port operations and container drayage at LA/LB ports
Background in e-commerce logistics, 3PL/4PL operations, or working with major retail/e-commerce accounts (Amazon, Wayfair, etc.)
Experience with TMS implementation or transportation digitization projects
Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and transportation compliance requirements
Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools for operational analytics

Benefits

Health insurance
Performance bonuses

Company

JD.com is an internet company and online consumer electronics retailer in China.

H1B Sponsorship

JD.COM has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (2)
2022 (5)
2021 (18)
2020 (13)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.83B
Key Investors
GoogleAlwaleed Bin Talal,Kingdom Holding CompanyDST Global
2024-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2021-12-28Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2020-10-12Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Sandy Xu
Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director
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Sidney Huang
CFO
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