- Salary
- $90k – $112k
- Location
- Chicago, IL, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Transportation
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Manage transportation operations across the US and work cross functionally with the warehousing team to understand constraints within the network
Interact daily with internal and external carrier partner teams to drive performance improvement.
Cooperate with our transportation tracking vendor to drive improvements in carrier compliance and cost
Identify and execute strategic projects to optimize warehouse/transportation efficiencies
Leverage data and strategic decisions to deliver specific targets related to cost and service
Support transportation during the annual bid to help drive decisions for the business
TMS support and maintenance for KHC transportation team.
Develop, analyze, and report Transportation Operations, Cost, and Service KPI’s.
Utilize financial, logistical, and procurement databases/systems to assist in freight reporting and ad hoc route analysis to support corrective action improvements and/or re-engineered route solutions.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying ways to streamline processes and reduce waste
Measure cost savings performance against targets/benchmarks.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Finance, or similar degree.
Adept in project management (planning and execution).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
1-3 years’ experience in logistics- preferable in transportation with experience in carrier management/procurement and railroad management.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills with multi-task experience.
Adept with computer software applications.
Excel, Access, Power Point, Word, Project.
Prefer familiarity with SAP, and Oracle OTM
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:
$89,800.00 - $112,200.00Bonus: 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 CenterKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
