Strategic Sourcing Manager - Transportation

At Mars, Incorporated, we are looking for a passionate and strategic-minded individual to join our team as a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Transportation. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented leader to join one of the world’s leading manufacturers of chocolate, pet food, and other treats.The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing and executing strategic sourcing plans, as well as a knack for managing transportation operations and budgeting. Our ideal candidate should have an eye for detail and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.The Strategic Sourcing Manager for Transportation will be supported by a highly motivated and experienced team of professionals. This individual will be responsible for identifying cost reduction opportunities, negotiating favorable contracts, and managing transportation operations.The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and transportation management• Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing plans• Excellent negotiation and communication skills• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAt Mars, Incorporated, we are looking for a motivated and experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager for Transportation to join our team. If you are a passionate and detail-oriented professional, we invite you to apply!

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to reduce costs and identify cost reduction opportunities.
2. Negotiate favorable contracts with suppliers.
3. Manage transportation operations and budgeting.
4. Monitor and analyze trends and data in transportation operations and provide strategic solutions to drive cost savings and operational efficiencies.
5. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
6. Develop and implement transportation policies and procedures.
7. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
8. Keep up with industry best practices and identify areas for improvement.
9. Create and deliver detailed reports to stakeholders on transportation operations, budgeting, and cost savings initiatives.
10. Train and mentor team members in strategic sourcing and transportation management.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Strategic Sourcing Manager - Transportation in Chicago, IL, USA is $77,500 to $103,000 per year.

Mars Incorporated is an American global manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products and a provider of animal care services. Mars operates in five business segments around the world: Mars Wrigley Confectionary (headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with US headquarters in Hackettstown and Newark, New Jersey), Petcare (Zaventem, Belgium; Poncitlán and Jalisco, Mexico; Querétaro, Mexico), Food (Rancho Dominguez, California), Drinks (West Chester, Pennsylvania), and Symbioscience (Germantown, Maryland), the company's life sciences division.