Storage Sourcing Lead
Job Location:
Wayzata, MN - USA
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Job Summary
Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe responsible and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain we partner with farmers and customers to source make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 155000 team members innovate with purpose providing customers with lifes essentials so businesses can grow communities prosper and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thingtoday and for generations to come.
- Lead end-to-end contract negotiations with logistics and warehousing providers including terms SLAs and commercial structures to optimize cost risk and performance.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for storage to drive total cost of ownership and service improvements.
- Analyze logistics and warehousing operations to identify and implement cost savings and process efficiencies.
- Optimize warehouse network footprint to ensure the right locations and capacity to meet customer and business needs at lowest cost.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to align logistics strategies with production inventory and service requirements.
- Manage vendor performance through KPIs reviews and corrective actions to ensure cost and service expectations are met.
- Drive continuous improvement across warehouse operations to improve efficiency cost and service levels.
- Maintain transportation and logistics data (contracts rates systems) to support accurate and effective decision-making.
- Provide thought leadership and strategic direction independently identifying issues and guiding solutions.
- Mentor team members and support strategic projects and sourcing initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of four years of related work experience
- Experience leading an RFP and contract negotiations
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier performance reviews
- Proven experience collaborating cross-functionally with operations and manufacturing
- Knowledge of warehouse optimization and transportation network analysis and performance measurement
- Experience leading process improvement projects
- Location: Wayzata MN (Preferred) Open to candidates based in Wichita KS
- Relocation support and Visa Sponsorship will not be provided
- The expected salary for this position is $87000 - $ varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location certifications education and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
- At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions) .
- Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vet.
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.
