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About the Role

This position reports to the Assistant VP Logistics and Customer Service and is responsible for sourcing and negotiating warehousing, transportation, and 3PL services to support overall supply chain functionality. Success requires in-depth knowledge of the Hormel Supply Chain, strong negotiation skills, and industry knowledge including market insights.

Responsibilities

Source and negotiate 3PL warehouse service providers for the network, utilizing market knowledge and data analysis to find cost-effective solutions.
Identify optimal locations for new facilities and negotiate with 3PL providers, coordinating with corporate real estate on lease terms.
Source and negotiate outside storage space, collaborating with demand planning and deployment teams to secure cost-effective capacity.
Evaluate market conditions, price, and transportation spend to secure needed refrigerated storage space.
Audit and process invoices for outside storage locations.
Procure and negotiate pricing and service requirements for transportation providers.
Oversee and develop strategy, methodology, and procedures for transportation procurement managers.
Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving daily operational challenges with warehouse and 3PL service provider management teams.
Act as the first point of contact for sudden storage challenges, coordinating resolution with provider and Hormel support teams.
Manage the GLOBAL TRADE COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST – LOGISTICS, including assigning and verifying HTS codes, researching FTA eligibility, and preparing certificates.
Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners regarding trade compliance.
Communicate with government agencies, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to resolve shipment issues.
Review export documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Support compliance tasks and stay updated on export regulations.
Participate in training sessions and assist in updating trade compliance procedures and policies.
Monitor for potential compliance risks and assist in implementing mitigation strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Analytics, or a related Business field.
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, transportation, logistics, analytics, optimization, strategy, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-scale analytics, supply chain transformation, logistics optimization, or strategic initiatives.
Strong understanding of transportation, warehousing, customer service, and supply chain operations.
Experience translating complex data and analytics into business decisions and measurable financial value.
Strong executive communication, presentation, influence, and stakeholder-management skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in complex, matrixed organizations.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategy into operational execution.

Skills

Negotiation skills
Market knowledge
Quantitative data analysis
Executive communication
Presentation skills
Influence skills
Stakeholder management
Strategic thinking
Operational execution
Financial acumen
Strategic planning

Location

Austin, MN

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

10+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

$115,500-$161,725

Benefits

Competitive base salary plus bonus
Annual merit increase performance reviews
Medical
Dental
Vision
Non-contributory pension
401(k) immediate eligible
Stock purchase plan
Relocation assistance
Paid vacation
FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees

About the Company

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue.
Brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands.
The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats.
Recognized as one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, and one of the World’s Best Companies by TIME magazine.
Received numerous awards and accolades for corporate responsibility and community service efforts.

Equal Opportunity

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.