Transportation Optimization Process Lead

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, 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. Forecast rail fleet sizing needs. Manage inbound bulk ocean vessel planning. Create and manage railcar demurrage reduction plan. Lead On-Time In-Full governance to meet tiered customer requirements in multiple transportation modes. Translate demand plans into transportation relevant forecasts by equipment type (bulk truck, railcar, packaged truck) for sourcing inputs. Solve transportation investigations including food safety relevant issues. Diagnose and create plans to reduce supply chain-related costs throughout the delivery network (inbound and outbound). Work directly with internal and third-party suppliers including carriers and shipping sites to solve for complex transportation related problems and cost drivers. Work with commercial and supply chain team to understand and plan to meet transportation requirements by mode and including specialized equipment needs (such as: packaged, bulk, barge, rail, truck, and bulk vessel). Telecommuting permitted up to two days a week. Full time employment, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week.