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The International Logistics Procurement Analyst - Transportation plays a critical role in driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing logistics spend across all modes of international transportation, including ocean, air, domestic truckload, LTL, and intermodal. This position is responsible for deep-dive analytics on freight expenditures, assessing carrier performance metrics, and contributing to contract negotiation strategies to ensure timely, cost-effective, and reliable movement of goods throughout the supply chain.The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills, and extensive experience in international transportation procurement, ocean carrier management, and 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. Strategic Transportation Analysis: Analyze freight spend data to uncover trends, identify cost drivers, and generate actionable savings insights. Research market trends, fuel pricing, and regulations to inform cost-optimized sourcing strategies.Sourcing & Contract Management: Support transportation RFPs and bid events through data prep, evaluation, and award modeling. Assist in drafting contracts and tracking compliance to mitigate risk and ensure alignment with terms.Carrier & Rate Oversight: Monitor performance metrics like on-time delivery and claims, recommending corrective actions. Maintain rate databases and ensure accurate application of tariffs and accessorial charges.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with logistics, operations, and finance teams to ensure procurement strategies align with broader business objectives and operational requirements.Reporting & Decision Support: Develop dashboards and analytical reports to support data-driven decision-making and communicate insights to leadership.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: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.Industry Knowledge: Background in procurement, transportation, or supply chain analyticsTechnical Proficiency: Experienced in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong ability to interpret data, solve problems, and communicate effectively.Collaboration & Independence: Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentTravel Readiness: Willingness to travel up to 5%Team-Oriented Attitude: Demonstrates approachability, respect, and the ability to foster strong team relationships.OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:International Transportation Expertise: Knowledge of ocean freight modes, Incoterms, and transportation regulations a plusTMS Platforms: Familiarity with TMS platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP TM, MercuryGate) and sourcing tools like JaggaerMinimum 6 years of experience in international logistics, ocean carrier management, transportation procurement, or supply chain management.Strong understanding of global transportation markets, ocean carrier operations, service contracts, and carrier negotiations, Experience working directly with global ocean carriers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and customs brokers.experiencesExperience managing RFQ/RFP procurement processes, carrier/vendor relationships, and transportation sourcing strategies.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including:- Pivot Tables- VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP- Advanced formulasData analysis and reportingFreight cost modelingCarrier performance analysisAbility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic supply chain environment. The expected pay range for this position is $55,000 - $82,500 annually. Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate's qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here. 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.