Transportation Supervisor
What Does a Traffic Supervisor Do?
Responsible for the management of all inbound/outbound shipments and yard control at the Distribution Center. Will coordinate with Freight Forwarders and 3PL logistics providers to ensure proper workflow, shipment prioritization and order volume availability. Role is supported by a Load/Unload Coordinator.
About You
The ideal candidate will have experience with YMS, Freight Forwarders, OTR, and intermodal. The incumbent is expected to take initiative, think, and act in the spirit of continuous improvement, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseas team of five admins over two shifts.
- Responsible for the management of all inbound/outbound shipments and yard control at the Distribution Center.
- Covers with Freight Forwarders, 3PL Domestic logistics provider, and internal customer service to ensure proper workflow, shipment prioritization and volume availability.
- Manages and measures the effectiveness of the Freight Forwarder and 3PL logistics provider through KPI reporting.
- Responsible for the Export Shipments to the Caribbean and to Custom Bonded Warehouses.
- Responsible for the execution of an efficient load/unload schedule and yard jokey production.
- Responsible for accuracy and execution of DC OFR (order fulfillment rate).
- Budgetary responsibly of detention & demurrage charges, transportation charges, and yard control.
- Responsible for efficient and effective use of Yard Management System through KPI Reporting.
- Works closely with Customs Manager for the timely coordination, release, and scheduling of containers from port.
- Audit invoices and submit invoices from contracted 3PLs.
Skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and use of Yard Management Systems.
- SAP knowledge is preferred.
- Perform Carrier Analysis – tracking carrier commitments, on-time performance, contractual adherence.
- Audit and process Ocean & domestic trucking Shipment invoices.
Personal Qualities & Experience
- 100% Responsibility mindset.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- 5 years’ experience in the transportation and distribution fields.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
- Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.
- Detail orientated with ability to multi-task.
We Are Looking For
People who are globally mobile and aspire to experience different cultures with a must-win mindset.
Leadership Agility
- Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
- Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
- Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.
- People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
- Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
- Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.
- Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change.
- You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.
Disclaimer
Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.
Perks of Working for Us
- Competitive Pay Package
- Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
- Retirement/Pension Plan
- Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies