Transportation General Manager - Logistics (Corporate 412 West)

Management Level:

M2

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing the transportation network of all frozen shipments including freight allocation and equipment utilization. This includes balancing the interrelationship of cost and service to maintain our current leadership position in on- time delivery while minimizing our overall transportation expense optimize load assignments to maintain lane commitments and realize lowest cost. Work is routinely performed at a fast pace coordinating and resolving multiple issues simultaneously.

Daily duties include elimination of Network Inefficiencies resolution of carrier issues customer delivery problems focusing on providing superior customer service Team Member development cost control and maximum utilization of resources. A substantial amount of time is spent problem-solving issues that involve bringing multiple parties together to work on a common solution or negotiating solutions that will meet the needs of all parties. Weekend and night work are a part of our routine; will receive calls at home periodically during the week. Position will be required to meet with new or current carriers to help develop business plans and expedite the business process; other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: 3 plus years experience; some international operational experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Special Skills: Highly motivated with strong problem-solving skills. Extensive knowledge of federal export documentation homeland security and foreign commerce regulatory requirements.
• Supervisory: Responsible for supervising and training several Team Members.
• Travel: 1-4 trips per year

* RESUME REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE *

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all current P or M level candidates.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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