Transportation Associate - Logistics
Tyson Foods, Inc.•Springdale, AR
•Onsite
About The Position
This position will manage the daily traffic operations of all assigned Tyson facilities. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; education beyond HS preferred.
- 3 plus years of experience or advanced degree with 1 plus years of Truck traffic experience preferred.
- Strong experience in Microsoft Office, Sessions RR sites, and TES programs preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Must be highly detail-oriented.
- Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well independently and with others in a team setting fostering a positive goal-oriented environment.
- Resume required to be considered for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Education beyond HS preferred.
- Advanced degree with 1 plus years of Truck traffic experience preferred.
- Strong experience in Microsoft Office, Sessions RR sites, and TES programs preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily traffic operations of all assigned Tyson facilities.
- Make cost-effective decisions independently.
- Prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, and issues.
- Streamline work processes utilizing several systems and AI.
- Communicate effectively with other business units, customers, and sales to ensure awareness of issues and updates.
- Follow up on all late deliveries with carriers.
- Work with sales, carriers, and plants to minimize costs associated with detention claims, unloading, and related delivery problems.
- Monitor carrier performance to ensure customer and plant service.
- Provide equipment as needed by the plant to ensure continuous loading and consistency with sales requirements.
- Confirm all loads with carriers and act as the liaison between sales and carriers to develop programs that will enhance Tyson's position in the market.
- Utilize automated systems and tools to identify late loads and communicate to all affected parties.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
