Job description

The Truck Sourcing Specialist will provide subject matter experience in the efficient movement and transportation of materials and products across the Refrigerated truck mode. In this role, you will manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships and rely on current, up to date knowledge of industry market practices and trends to find the most practical and cost-effective solutions for a range of freight sourcing activities.

Responsibilities

  • Apply a general understanding of transportation and logistics practices and procedures to assist in negotiating freight prices and contract terms for customers.
  • Analyze moderately complex transportation operations practices to resolve process and cost improvement opportunities.
  • Foster key stakeholder relationships internally and externally for all freight sourcing activities.
  • Provide industry market updates related to the transportation related activities of the business to inform strategic decisions.
  • Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Other duties as assigned

Job requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum requirement of 2 years of relevant work experience. Typically reflects 3 years or more of relevant experience.


Position Details

  • Location: Wichita, KS & Wayzata, MN
  • Schedule: Monday to friday | 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible) | Hybrid role: (3 days at office, 2 days at home)
  • Posting type: Intenal & external
  • Relocation assistance is not provided for this role
  • The business will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
  • Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

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About Cargill

and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.

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