Manager Freight Transportation

Why You Should Apply for This Job  

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!

Where You Will Work    

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements. 

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.  

Description

This position will lead a team responsible for end-to-end logistics management of selected inbound and outbound commodities including, but not limited to FTL and LTL truck, rail, ocean, air, and parcel as well as certain services such as warehousing, freight forwarding, and customs brokerage.  The position will be responsible for operational execution, contract negotiation, contract management, cost and performance reporting and improvement, supplier relationship management, and internal customer satisfaction for assigned commodities.

• Lead a staff responsible for sourcing, contracting and operational execution of selected transportation commodities, modes and services
• Manage execution of transportation operations for assigned commodities to meet tactical and strategic objectives
• Recommend and implement short-term and long-term strategies for the truck, rail and ocean logistics and warehousing of various commodities to and from North American Sites
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, resolve carrier disputes, and oversee the contract administration of truck, rail, and ocean carriers contracts including spot rates, fuel surcharges, and demurrage
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the North American trucking markets (OTR, hazmat, van, flatbed and LTL) railroad markets (Class 1 and regional short line railroads), rail car leasing, ocean freight, bulk terminaling, distribution networks and trans loading
• Identify opportunities to improve transportation customer service by implementing and monitoring applicable metrics and KPI’s, as well as efficiently planning storage capacity, rail car or trucking capacity, or trans load capacity
• Manage cross functional relationships with truck and rail suppliers, as well as internal customers including various sales groups, Commodity Managers, Safety, Accounts Payable, FCX mine sites, and warehouses
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience in Supply Chain, Transportation, Business, Accounting, Engineering or a related field; OR
• Master's degree and four (4) years of experience in Supply Chain transportation, Transportation, Business, Accounting, Engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of transportation management strategies and concepts for procurement of transportation equipment and services
• Knowledge of governmental and environmental policies and regulations related to transportation and supply chain
• Ability to work with limited supervision and significant latitude to set objectives, priorities, and timelines that may impact a group or functional area within the company
• Demonstrated ability to lead and prioritize multiple projects and drive results independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Skill in the use of computer databases to research, maintain and update records and files
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong computer skills, particularly with large complex linked spreadsheets and databases
• Intermediate knowledge of PowerPoint, Access, eProcurement,