Senior Transportation Supervisor - Logistics
Tyson Foods
People & HR, Operations
Job Details:
SUMMARY:
- The Export Operations Supervisor is responsible for timely and efficient movement of Global Tyson products to all international customers through all modes of transportation (refrigerated trucking, hopper, tanker, refrigerated box car, ocean container, intermodal, etc.)
- Ensures cross – functional collaboration and alignment on strategic plans necessary to provide Tyson competitive advantage
- Develop and improve working relationships with internal and external business partners. Plants/Shipping locations, drayage providers, cross-dock and cold storage, procurement, finance, operations, IT, maintenance, etc.)
- Ensures Tyson export allocations are fully utilized to ensure efficient movement of Tyson products.
- Promotes and supports technological and automation initiatives designed to improve product movement through Global network
- Support continuous improvement and change management
- Lead and develop team to support Tyson Global transportation and total company initiatives
- Ensures cross functional collaboration and alignment on strategic plans necessary to provide Tyson competitive advantage
- Participates in frequent supplier service reviews to ensure high expectations are realized
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver the financial plan. Position is responsible that all team leaders have clearly defined responsibilities and understand their specific roles to achieve service and financial goals.
- Ensure risk management and contingency planning related to trends and threats impacting Global transportation and Global BUs
- Models the Tyson values and culture. Builds strong relationships and trust with internal and external team members and business partners. Creates discipline and focus around developing talent, building talent pipeline and fostering environment that empowers team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: BS degree in Logistics a plus or BS degree in Business and/or 3 plus yrs. of Logistics, Distribution, Exports/Imports and Transportation experience
- Experience: 3 plus years of experience within transportation freight payment
- Computer Skills: Versed in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and various supply chain operating systems
- Communication Skills: Mid to Senior level management written, presentation and verbal skills.
- Supervisory: N/A
- Travel: Minimal travel required. Approximately 2-3 domestic trips annually.
Resume in PDF or Word format must be attached to qualify.
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