Senior Manager, Procurement - Transportation

Senior Manager, Procurement Transportation

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!

The value you'll bring:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As the Senior Manager, Procurement Transportation at Smithfield Foods, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for transportation services across all modesroad, rail, air, and sea. You'll be responsible for delivering cost-effective, reliable, and high-quality transportation solutions that align with supply chain objectives. This role is critical to optimizing freight spend, building strategic carrier partnerships, ensuring service reliability, and driving compliance with regulatory standards. Your ability to manage supplier performance and identify long-term value opportunities will directly support the success of Smithfield's logistics operations.

What you'll do:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Transportation Procurement Strategy: Lead sourcing initiatives, including carrier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management across all transportation modes.
• Cost & Network Optimization: Analyze freight spend and market trends to uncover cost-saving opportunities and streamline logistics network efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with logistics, operations, and finance teams to ensure procurement strategies align with broader business objectives.
• Performance & Compliance Management: Develop and monitor KPIs for carrier performance, service levels, and regulatory compliance, driving accountability and service excellence.
• Process Improvement & Risk Mitigation: Lead continuous improvement efforts, enhance procurement systems, and mitigate risk by diversifying the carrier base and building contingency plans.
• Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of high performance and growth. Travel up to 25% as needed.

What we're seeking:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Leadership Background: 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
• Transportation & Procurement Expertise: Progressive experience in procurement or logistics with a strong focus on transportation strategy and execution.
• Negotiation & Contract Management: Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and manage contracts with transportation providers.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of transportation markets, freight terms, and regulatory compliance.
• Technology & Analytics: Proficiency in procurement tools and analytics platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tableau).
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills. Thrives in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.

Other skills that make you stand out:

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Ability to work through complex, unstructured problems.

Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.