Transportation/Execution Manager

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Job Title: Transportation/Execution Manager
Location: Windsor, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Transportation/Truck Driver
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Transportation/Execution Manager - Windsor, Ontario

Ag Services and Oilseeds

This is an exempt level position.

Are you a results-oriented logistics leader ready to optimize complex transportation networks?

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Transportation/Execution Manager leads all domestic and export transportation functions (truck, rail, and vessel). This pivotal role optimizes transportation efficiency, maximizes processing asset utilization, manages costs, and controls inventory through seamless collaboration with transportation, administrative, commercial, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Build and empower a high-performing team of transportation and administrative professionals
Strategize and execute the logistics pipeline, minimizing costs and ensuring timely deliveries
Coordinate execution with the commercial team to ensure efficient transportation from plant to customer
Oversee a fleet of 200+ private covered hopper cars, maximizing utilization and minimizing idle time and dead freight
Manage and monitor 30,000+ truckloads of products per year
Analyze market trends in truck freight costs and negotiate favorable rates
Manage the location's daily inventory counts to ensure precise reporting
Synchronize business execution with operations for seamless workflow and enhanced efficiency
Lead daily cross-functional meetings with operations, logistics and commercial teams to ensure strategic alignment

Job Requirements:

Proven experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business, or a related field, combined with 5+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, or commodity trading. A relevant mix of work experience and studies will be considered.

Computer Competence:

Technologically proficient: Quickly master new computer systems and leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency
Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables
IBM systems and other web based systems would be considered an asset

Demonstrated ability to multi task and successfully work in a fast paced environment

Aptitude Required:

Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to understand complex logistical challenges
Ability to work amidst cross-functional teams, and manage the various priorities to ensure smooth operations of the facilities
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers at all levels
Ability to develop and execute strategic plans
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical
Ambitious
Demonstrates a "get things done" attitude
Pro-active problem-solver with a commitment to rapid resolution, including during off-hours when critical issues arise

This position requires working at a desk, both on a telephone and at a computer for prolonged periods of time
This position requires occasional "boots on the ground," with visits to the plant
Occasional travel within the province of Ontario may be required for customer/supplier visits

Key Skills and Competencies:

Ability to lead and empower a team
Great teammate
Organized
Analytical thinking
Self-confidence
Good communicator
Flexibility
Achievement motived
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We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 06/12/25