Global Transportation Lead – Exports & Optimization

Tyson Foods; Town of Springdale (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Export Operations Supervisor to oversee the timely and efficient movement of Global Tyson products to international customers across all transportation modes, including refrigerated trucking, hopper, tanker, ocean container, and intermodal.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Plants/Shipping locations, drayage providers, freight managers, and cross-functional partners to optimize export allocations and drive continuous improvement in the Global network.

Qualifications

• Education: BS degree in Logistics is a plus or BS degree in Business with 3+ years in Logistics/Exports/Imports and Transportation preferred.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and various supply chain operating systems.
• Communication Skills: Mid to Senior level management written, presentation and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures cross–functional collaboration and alignment on strategic plans necessary to provide Tyson competitive advantage.
• Develop and improve working relationships with internal and external business partners (Plants/Shipping locations, drayage providers, cross-dock and cold storage, procurement, finance, operations, IT, maintenance).
• Ensure Tyson export allocations are fully utilized to ensure efficient movement of Tyson products.
• Promotes and supports technological and automation initiatives designed to improve product movement through Global network.
• Support continuous improvement and change management.
• Lead and develop team to support Tyson Global transportation and total company initiatives.
• Ensures cross functional collaboration and alignment on strategic plans necessary to provide Tyson competitive advantage.
• Participates in frequent supplier service reviews to ensure high expectations are realized.
• Ensure risk management and contingency planning related to trends and threats impacting Global transportation and Global BUs.
• Models the Tyson values and culture. Build strong relationships and trust with internal and external team members and business partners. Creates discipline and focus around developing talent, building talent pipeline and fostering environment that empowers team members.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Supply chain systems

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS degree in Logistics

BS degree in Business

3+ years logistics/exports/transport

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

ERP systems

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking an Export Operations Supervisor to oversee the timely and efficient movement of Global Tyson products to international customers across all transportation modes, including refrigerated trucking, hopper, tanker, ocean container, and intermodal.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Plants/Shipping locations, drayage providers, freight managers, and cross-functional partners to optimize export allocations and drive continuous improvement in the Global network.