Regional Transportation Leader (US & Canada)

Nufarm; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Nufarm in Alsip, IL is seeking a Regional Transportation Manager to lead U.S. and Canada transportation operations and drive cost-effective, compliant supply chain performance. This leadership role oversees budgeting, carrier management, and analytics to optimize a multi-modal logistics network.

The position requires 8–15 years in supply chain/transportation, TMS experience (OTM preferred), and strong analytical and negotiation skills to deliver continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of progressive supply chain experience including transportation and logistics.
• Experience managing hazardous materials transportation; DOT Hazmat certification a plus.
• At least 3 years of TMS experience, preferably Oracle Transportation Management (OTM).
• Proven track record negotiating freight rates, contracts and carrier relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation operations across the U.S. and Canada ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Manage approximately $30 million in annual transportation spend and multi-modal freight.
• Serve as transportation SME driving carrier management, freight procurement, fleet optimization, budgeting, forecasting, analytics, and compliance.
• Lead transportation sourcing events, carrier negotiations, performance management programs, and service reviews.
• Own and optimize transportation technology platforms including OTM, improving visibility and automation.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Planning, Procurement, Finance, Warehousing, and 3PLs.
• Utilize data to identify cost savings opportunities and drive operational improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Nufarm in Alsip, IL is seeking a Regional Transportation Manager to lead U.S. and Canada transportation operations and drive cost-effective, compliant supply chain performance. This leadership role oversees budgeting, carrier management, and analytics to optimize a multi-modal logistics network.

The position requires 8–15 years in supply chain/transportation, TMS experience (OTM preferred), and strong analytical and negotiation skills to deliver continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.