Supply Chain Optimization Specialist

6 days ago


Suffolk, Virginia, United States Smithfield Foods Full time

A great opportunity awaits you at Smithfield Foods, an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to facilitate the distribution of our great products to customers and consumers. This role requires analyzing production metrics against market needs in Supply & Demand Planning, focusing on product transportation through Logistics, or ensuring the shelves of your local grocery store are stocked by Direct Store Delivery.

The Associate Transportation Planner is responsible for analyzing the supply chain, transportation and distribution network, and supporting processes to reduce freight costs, create material efficiencies, and improve on-time delivery. This position requires knowledge of U.S. geography and the ability to quickly learn and deploy knowledge of transportation costing and the Hours-of-Service Rules.

Key Responsibilities
  • Reviews daily orders for accuracy and proper routing.
  • Sets and builds efficient truck loads to geographic areas, including single and multi-stop loads, focusing on cost and service when routing loads.
  • Tenders loads to awarded contract carriers, including all customer and inter-company loads.
  • Searches for new carriers that can bring value to Smithfield Foods.
  • Seeks additional orders to maximize truck weights.
  • Collaborates with product schedulers to ensure inter-company moves are processed accurately.
  • Supports Transportation processes to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and maintain market edge on refrigerated transportation.
  • Schedules delivery appointments with customers.

This role requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be able to work well in a fast-paced dynamic environment and build strong working relationships with colleagues.

Requirements
  • An associate's degree in transportation or logistics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of the transportation industry, transportation rate structures, and current trends.
  • Knowledge of SAP, desirable.
  • Experience in food, especially meats, preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, copiers, fax, calculator, etc.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

Estimated salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year, based on location and experience. Smithfield Foods offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401(k) matching and paid time off.



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