Senior Freight Sourcing Specialist
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21 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Want to build a better more sustainable future and advance your career Join Cargills global team of 160000 employees committed to feeding the world safely responsibly and sustainably. This position is within Cargills Animal Nutrition and Health business which strives to improve lives through better nutrition. Our team researches innovates and creates solutions that deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Job Purpose and Impact
As a Senior Freight Sourcing Specialist you will lead strategic procurement of transportation services focusing on Global Ocean Container Transportation and European Road Transportation. You will develop sourcing strategies negotiate contracts and manage carrier performance to deliver cost savings and service reliability across global supply chains.
Key Accountabilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for ocean and road freight to optimize cost and service.
Negotiate rates and contract terms with carriers and logistics providers.
Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify trends and opportunities.
Manage supplier relationships including performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate sourcing data contracts and freight rate databases.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with business objectives.
Key Sourcing Metrics You Will Drive
Cost Savings (% vs. baseline)
Carrier Performance (On-Time Delivery %)
Rate Benchmarking vs. Market Index
Contract Compliance Rate
Supplier Consolidation & Rationalization
Freight Spend Under Management
Tender Success Rate
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What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in supply chain Logistics Business or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 4 years of experience in freight sourcing or transportation procurement.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Fluent English and Fluent Polish language (daily work in both languages).
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis and sourcing tools.
- Knowledge of ocean container and European road transportation markets.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP platforms.
Familiarity with container industry practices and global trade regulations.
Benefits:
- Work in an international environment
- Life insurance
- Private Medical Care
- Employee PensionProgramme
- Meal Voucher
- Multisport card
Our Offer
We provide a fast paced stimulating international environment which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
Interested Then make sure to send us your CV and cover letter in English today:
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Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- ATS
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- negotiation
- Contracts
- Recruiting
About Company
Cargill, Incorporated is an American privately held global corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and incorporated in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1865, it is the largest privately held corporation in the United States in terms of revenue.
