Senior Director, Transportation at Smithfield Foods

Suffolk, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Oct, 26

Salary

242500.0

Posted On

19 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Planning, Fleet Management, Route Optimization, Budget Management, Vendor Management, Logistics Coordination, KPI Analysis, Supply Chain Integration, Contract Negotiation, Refrigerated Supply Chain, Team Leadership, Change Management, Financial Acumen, Customer Service, Lean Six Sigma, Freight Brokerage

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Senior Director, Transportation is a pivotal role for Smithfield Foods, where your leadership will drive the future of our logistics and transportation operations, seamlessly aligning them with our company's ambitious goals. In this high-impact position, you will craft and execute forward-thinking transportation strategies that propel our business forward. You'll streamline operations and manage costs, ensuring our fleet and logistics are both nimble and cohesive. Your mission? To lead a talented team with vision and flair, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment that delivers stellar performance. You will harness your strategic mindset to manage budgets and resources efficiently, uncovering growth opportunities and driving innovations. Building strong partnerships and integrating cutting-edge technology will be your tools to elevate our operations to new heights. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Strategic Planning: Develop and implement transportation strategies that align with the company's overall business goals. Analyze market trends and forecast future transportation needs. Implement and leverage technology solutions for transportation management, such as GPS tracking systems and route optimization software. Stay updated on technological advancements and assess their potential impact on operations. Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day transportation operations, including fleet management, route planning, and delivery schedules. Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and industry standards. Cross functional team building is critical to execute strategies to drive efficiency and new ways of thinking. Utilize data and KPI’s to drive change and reduce costs. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of transportation managers and staff. Foster a collaborative and performance-driven work environment. Have a high sense of ownership of the department and foster critical thinking. Budget Management: Develop and manage the transportation budget, including cost control and financial forecasting. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Strong financial acumen and an understanding of what drives our transportation costs. Vendor and Partner Management: Partnering with procurement, negotiate and manage relationships with third-party carriers, logistics providers, and suppliers. Oversee contract management and service level agreements. Ensure each carrier contract, for both over the road carriers and dedicated carriers, is being adhered to and execute strategies based on contractual obligations. Customer Service: Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering on-time and accurate shipments. Address and resolve any transportation-related issues or complaints. Perform root cause analysis on issues engaging the appropriate departments that influence transportation activities. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Supply Chain or related field and 12+ years’ relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. 5+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required. Proven track record of leading and managing large teams and complex transportation operations. In-depth knowledge of transportation management, including fleet management, route optimization, and logistics coordination. Expertise in integrating transportation strategies within the broader supply chain, including inventory management, demand planning, and distribution network optimization. Strong skills in negotiating and managing relationships with third-party carriers and logistics providers. Ability to lead organizational change initiatives related to transportation and logistics, including technology upgrades, process improvements, and restructuring efforts. Expertise in managing private and dedicate fleets and driving efficiency by improving KPI’s such as asset utilization, driver optimization, fuel management and other operational KPI’s. Refrigerated supply chain and short shelf-life product handling experience. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: An MBA, Master’s in Supply Chain Management, or other relevant advanced degree that enhances strategic and operational insight. Capability to drive operational excellence through methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, including process mapping, continuous improvement, and waste reduction. Prior knowledge of operating a freight brokerage leveraging internal assets and external carrier partners. The expected pay range for this position is $200,000 - $242,500 annually. Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here. Relocation Package Available Yes EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute forward-thinking transportation strategies to streamline logistics operations and manage costs. Oversee day-to-day fleet management, budget forecasting, and third-party carrier relationships to ensure efficient delivery and customer satisfaction.