UPS has been selected by Manheim, a leading US provider of automotive remarketing services, tooversee its entire supply chain for moving millions of used vehicles each year to the wholesale
market. The contract value was not disclosed.Manheim selected UPS because of its reputation as a global leader in supply chain and freightservices, expertise in transportation logistics, experience in moving vehicles and excellentcustomer service.
“After an extensive review of our vehicle transport operations, we identified opportunitiesto improve efficiencies and deliver a more consistent experience for our customers,” said BrettFranklin, senior director, Manheim. “Working with UPS, we found a partner that understands the typeof logistical expertise, coordination and quality of service required and offers the best transportsolution for us and our customers.”
UPS’s Automotive Industry Solutions Group will work on behalf of Manheim’s customers –including dealerships, auto manufacturers, car rental companies and financial institutions – toarrange pick-up and drop-off of vehicles bound for Manheim’s 77 operating locations in the UnitedStates. Customers can expect professional and expert handling of their vehicles by UPS andconsistent transport service, regardless of where they do business with Manheim. UPS anticipates an18- to 24-month timeframe to transition all of Manheim’s operating locations to UPS’s services.
UPS will coordinate and dispatch requests from all of Manheim’s operating locations, enablingUPS to make the most cost-effective supply chain decisions, such as consolidating multipleshipments from one region into one delivery. UPS also will provide Manheim with consistenttransport paperwork, payment terms and processes.
“Manheim will be able to leverage UPS’s logistics expertise, vast carrier base and globaltransportation network to provide significant value for its customers,” said Wayne Cabeza, directorof UPS’s Automotive Industry Solutions Group. “The benefits will be more consistent, qualityservice along with one point of contact to manage all transportation needs.” Additionally, UPS willprovide improved visibility into the automotive supply chain, enabling Manheim to determine inboundvehicle volume at each location and ensure an efficient and smooth vehicle flow upon arrival.
Manheim, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises, Inc., is the leading provider ofvehicle remarketing services worldwide. Through its wholesale operating locations and remarketingtechnology, Manheim connects buyers and sellers around the globe to the world’s largest, mostcomprehensive wholesale marketplace. In 2008, Manheim handled nearly 10 million used vehicles,facilitating transactions representing more than $50 billion in value.
