POSITION OVERVIEW: Continuously review Chiquita’s Freight Routes and Carriers Network to optimize Cost and Service. This is an exempt position.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Evaluate and define the network configuration required to service Chiquita’s operation including the portfolio of carriers (dedicated fleet, contract carriers, spot, brokers, owned) to leverage inter-modal transportation (containers, trailers, rail, dry ports, dry and refrigerated transfer facilities, etc.)
Develop the system and parameters to evaluate Chiquita’s Carrier Network and Contracting Protocols
Define Monthly and Weekly Transportation Requirements for the Operations to execute and deliver
Establish and Monitor Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Performance Indicators for the Business using integrated business systems with Carriers
Develop a Carrier Management Program where Chiquita can leverage its consistent year around business of high volume and low complexity freight (homogeneous cargo with one delivery point)
Continuous evaluation of Carriers Performance and Chiquita’s Transportation Organization to secure sustainability of the operation and business results
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Transportation or Business
Minimum of 5-8 years in senior role within transportation business
Understanding of the USA Transportation Industry and ability to stay current in main industry trends and technology
Negotiation and strategic thinking to leverage Carriers network and Customer needs to position Chiquita as the sustainable and reliable banana solution
Strong financial management and budget control to execute the require business trade offs and still achieve lowest cost and reliable service to customer
Continuous improvement mindset to be able to challenge normal business practices without compromising day to day business execution but still able to implement new processes and improve business results
JOB ENVIRONMENT:
Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday
Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties