Director of Transportation & Supply Chain Strategy

Bimbo Bakeries USA

Alburtis (Lehigh County)

On-site

USD 126,000 - 177,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits
Paid time off
401k with match
Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA seeks a seasoned Director of Supply Chain Logistics – Transportation to lead transportation strategy across the Central Business Unit in the United States. You will collaborate with bakeries and distribution centers to deliver maximum cost savings while improving delivery performance and asset utilization.

Key responsibilities include designing routing guides, selecting carriers, analyzing routes, and implementing KPI systems; mentoring regional teams and aligning with

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience, including at least 8 years in transportation.
  • Experience supervising/leading a transportation team.
  • Experience with dynamic routing tools and imports/exports is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Transportation Optimization: leads cost savings programs and improves delivery efficiency.
  • Manage 3rd party contracts and carrier relationships; guide RFP processes.
  • Develop routing guides and a KPI framework to improve performance.
  • Coordinate with regional operations and corporate transport teams.
  • Mentor teams across multiple facilities and monitor freight claims.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic thinking
Data analysis
Communication
MS Excel
MS Word
Cost reduction
Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Transportation, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
Master's degree

Tools

Routing tools
Imports/exports experience

Job description

Bimbo Bakeries USA seeks a seasoned Director of Supply Chain Logistics – Transportation to lead transportation strategy across the Central Business Unit in the United States. You will collaborate with bakeries and distribution centers to deliver maximum cost savings while improving delivery performance and asset utilization.

Key responsibilities include designing routing guides, selecting carriers, analyzing routes, and implementing KPI systems; mentoring regional teams and aligning with

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