Manager, Transportation

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Chicago, IL
Hybrid
99K-124K Annually
Entry level
Big Data • Cloud • Food • Machine Learning • Software • Database • Analytics
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The Role
The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day transportation operations, managing financials, ensuring compliance, optimizing shipment processes, and collaborating with carrier partners. This role involves leading transportation plans and participating in cross-functional initiatives while utilizing various systems for efficient operations.
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Job Description
This role is fast paced and requires someone who is agile and decisive! The Transportation Manager occupies a pivotal role in the day-to-day execution & management of financials, policies, procedures, plans and strategies, since they are directly responsible for leading the end to end transportation process.
Primary Responsibilities

  • Facilitate tactical & strategic problem resolution across CS&L functions for order consolidation & shipment optimization opportunities.
  • Lead & support the execution of Transportation plans for shipping surges and capacity constraints.
  • Handle and audit daily executional processes to ensure compliance, accountability and cost efficient coverage of Transportation requirements.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with all on-site carrier partner representatives.
  • Provide expert Transportation support & execution of network efficiency initiatives and participate on cross-functional project teams as required.
  • Control effective Transportation execution across multiple systems and platforms (i.e. OTM, Red Prairie, SAP, etc.)
  • Monitor daily system performance/data feeds, initiate and supervise appropriate corrective action when issues are identified.
  • Create and establish process contingency plans, and execute as required to minimize business disruption. Conduct and host field visits as required to support new initiatives across CS&L to include but not limited to: facility start-ups, process or service issues & resolution.
  • Experience with Transportation Planning/Procurement as this individual will consult routinely with Buyers, Service & Capacity


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply chain, Business, Logistics, or related field
  • Experience whether in work or education in transportation / logistics, supply chain finance, or supply chain related areas
  • Experience in transportation/supply chain financial analysis and cost management required
  • Work cross functionally to problem solve and create solutions.
  • A desire to streamline and build better practices that help the business
  • Cost savings mind set!
  • Efficiency in Excel and general knowledge of other MS Office applications required
  • Working knowledge of multiple systems and platforms (i.e. TMS, ERP, etc.)
  • Travel required, up to 20%
  • Work location must be located near a Major International Airport


Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$99,100.00 - $123,900.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
  • Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
  • Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability


Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] .

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HQ: Chicago, IL
38,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

At the heart of this journey is our ambition to create an enterprise where powerful AI solutions augment humans and where small mission-based teams are in relentless pursuit to solve tangible problems for our consumers, customers, and the enterprise. That ambition requires us to create a modern cloud and data ecosystem - a one of its kind that becomes the neural network of our company. We want you to bring your tech-self to us. We use Python, R, Spark, React, Tableau, Snowflake, Azure, and others to solve the problem on hand. In-turn, you can look forward to high-impact challenges, no bureaucracy, entrepreneurial small teams, and a unique opportunity to create and build something bold, awesome, and impactful – all while honoring our 150-year heritage and a portfolio of 200 iconic and emerging brands!

Why Work With Us

Our ambition is to become a best-in-class Digital leader by making data-driven investments that drive smarter business decisions. You’ll invent the next wave of augmented intelligence products where software & humans work side-by-side to rethink every aspect of our company. You’ll make an imprint & leave your legacy on every part of our business.

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