Manager, Truck Logistics Operations

Ingredion Incorporated • Westchester, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location: Westchester Workplace Type: Hybrid Drive logistics excellence across the U.S. and Canada by leading innovative strategies, elevating service performance, and optimizing a cross-functional transportation network. Your leadership will continue the evolution of transportation operations as a competitive advantage for our supply chain. As a Truck Logistics Operations Manager, you will oversee daily transportation operations across U.S. and Canada, ensuring service excellence while driving efficiency and cost competitiveness. You will lead carrier performance management, implement data-driven strategies, and align sourcing initiatives to maintain a resilient, high-performing transportation network. In addition, you will guide a high-performing team, fostering collaboration across commercial, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, and procurement functions. This role reports to the Director, Logistics and Distribution and oversees a team of 6.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in transportation or logistics operations, with proven ability to manage multi-mode networks (bulk, intermodal, dry van, LTL).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with KPIs, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven leadership and team development experience, with ability to coach and motivate direct reports and influence cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of transportation markets and operational dynamics, including capacity planning, carrier performance management, and market trend analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage Daily Transportation Operations: Oversee bulk, intermodal, dry van, and LTL logistics across U.S. and Canada to ensure service excellence and cost efficiency.
• Develop and Maintain Carrier Relationships: Build and maintain strategic relationships with carriers to ensure reliable service and performance, while collaborating with the Global Logistics Procurement Team (GLPT) on sourcing strategies and rate alignment.
• Implement Metric-Driven Strategies: Develop and monitor KPIs for on-time delivery, routing guide compliance, tender acceptance, sourcing optimization, and freight audit/payment processes to drive continuous improvement.
• Drive Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify and lead initiatives that enhance transportation planning and operational processes while embedding industry leading practices.
• Risk Management and Capacity Planning: Anticipate and mitigate risks from capacity constraints, weather, volume surges, and other potential service disruptors by developing proactive contingency plans in collaboration with carriers.

Benefits

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees