Transport Supervisor

Job description

Auto req ID: 219364BR

Job Description

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers. The groundbreakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.

We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Tropicana, Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

The LD&T Associate Supervisor contributes to the success of PepsiCo Company by leading the Chilled carrier base across the Northeast, delivering service and rate performance, and supporting PBNA private fleet operations as required.

Working Hours - Day Shift

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

·  Procure carrier capacity to support origin locations
·  Build carrier partnerships to influence rate adherence
·  Optimize the Chilled carrier footprint
·  Carrier P&L ownership
·  Primary point of contact for all Northeast operational activity for Chilled carriers
·  Provide local interface and direction to carriers on issues and improvement projects
·  Assume ownership for financial forecasts and analysis related to the transportation cost center
·  Provide support to Market Unit facilities on transportation matters including, but not limited to: Identification and achievement of assigned productivity/cost improvement targets; resource requirements planning; wait time reduction
·  Develop effective relationships with internal customers (i.e. sales, logistics, plant, satellite warehouses etc.)
·  Provide location assistance for proper utilization of transportation tools such as rate and route guides
·  Resolve outstanding freight bills and accessorial invoices
·  Support private fleet operations to ensure the safe, efficient and productive movement of freight.

Qualifications/Requirements

Work Experience:
·  Knowledge of DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations
·  Transportation experience dealing with legal, regulatory and operational issues, including customer service, logistics and carrier operations
·  In-depth knowledge of carrier market and capacity
·  A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing front-line employees

Skills & Capabilities:
·  Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
·  Strong communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and influence management skills
·  Strong analytical and negotiating skills
·  The incumbent should have a strong customer focus and be results-driven
·  Incumbent must be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks without losing momentum while also completing all daily tasks efficiently and effectively

Relocation Eligible: Not Applicable
Job Type: Regular

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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