Global Logistics Leader – Rail & Road Ops

Bunge Iberica SA; Región Centro; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Bunge Iberica SA in Guadalajara, Mexico is seeking a Lead Logistics Coordinator to manage domestic and international logistics, coordinating with rail and truck service providers to optimize costs and ensure compliance with agreements.

You will lead the Logistics team, develop data-driven strategies, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements across the Encarnación de Díaz plant while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Business Administration, Foreign Trade, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in foreign trade, imports, or related roles, +3 years overseeing a team.
• Make decisions aligned to Bunge's global strategy, business needs and financial goals and explore new perspectives by driving innovation.
• Cultivate strong relationships and networks, effectively influence others, and develop talent to excel in their current and future roles.
• Develop data driven strategies aligned with Bunge's priorities, energize others to action through clear and compelling communication.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Proven experience leading teams
• Availability to travel
• Knowledge of foreign trade
• Knowledge of land/rail logistics operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach
• Excellent communication skills
• Assertive attitude
• Customer orientation
• Strong sense of empathy
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a sense of urgency and within defined deadlines

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on rail import operations for grains, meal, and other products; plan the execution strategy for over-the-road operations to distribute products from the Encarnación de Díaz plant to customers.
• Maintain communication with service providers according to logistics needs, seeking the best rates.
• Review customs brokers' expense accounts and validate costs against previously agreed and authorized rates; record transactions in the system and request payment in accordance with agreed supplier terms.
• Plan and execute logistics for domestic purchases.
• Communicate and interact with offices outside Mexico to execute foreign trade operations, particularly rail and truck transportation.
• Lead and guide the Trade Assistants and Logistics team, establishing work plans and priorities aligned with the business strategy to drive meaningful impact on company results.
• Plan and execute the logistics strategy required for domestic crop purchases.
• Support compliance with rail incentive programs by monitoring commitments and maintaining constant communication with the operations team to ensure timely train release.
• Establish contact and negotiate with new over-the-road transportation providers to improve freight rates while meeting commercial commitments.
• Verify and approve invoices and prepayments entered into the system by Trade Assistants.
• File claims for damages and shortages in rail shipments and gather the necessary information for recovery.
• Document transportation incidents during cargo transit and report them for insurance follow-up.
• Promote and establish a proactive mindset within the team.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with business managers to build collaboration.
• Develop understanding of invoicing processes and Trade Assistants' functions to ensure timely performance.
• Provide excellent customer service by fostering positive relationships and ensuring follow-up on issues for internal and external customers.
• Create and maintain a team-oriented environment across all supported business areas.
• Generate reports for contracting execution, transportation management and costs, customs broker operations, product rejections, and contract delivery times; implement KPIs for management review.
• Identify and develop improvement opportunities and projects for logistics operations at the Encarnación de Díaz plant.
• Perform other duties as required by the department.

Skills

Rail & truck logistics

Team leadership

Cost optimization

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business or related field

Job description

Bunge Iberica SA in Guadalajara, Mexico is seeking a Lead Logistics Coordinator to manage domestic and international logistics, coordinating with rail and truck service providers to optimize costs and ensure compliance with agreements.

You will lead the Logistics team, develop data-driven strategies, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements across the Encarnación de Díaz plant while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders.