WHAT DOES A TRANSPORTATION MANAGER DO?

As a key leader in our Supply Chain organization, the Transportation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of all Ocean Imports into the USA, Domestic Transportation, and Export Shipments. This role ensures operational excellence, financial accuracy, and compliance across all transportation activities. You will lead strategic initiatives, manage 3PL performance, and provide critical insights to senior leadership to support business growth and efficiency.

ABOUT YOU

The incumbent is expected to take initiative, think, and act in the spirit of continuous improvement, and escalate concerns appropriately.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:

Ocean Imports Oversight

• Monitor all inbound ocean shipments to the USA for timeliness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure seamless customs clearance and delivery.

Domestic & Export Logistics

• Lead and manage all domestic transportation operations and outbound export shipments.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of goods across the U.S. and to international destinations.
• Oversee performance of domestic 3PL providers, ensuring contract adherence, KPI achievement, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the annual RFP process for domestic transportation providers to drive cost optimization and service excellence.

Compliance & Financial Accuracy

• Ensure all transportation activities are fully compliant with SOX requirements and internal audit standards.
• Maintain and update Master Data in SAP to ensure data integrity and operational accuracy.
• Oversee transportation-related financial accruals, ensuring alignment with actuals and budget forecasts.

Reporting & Analysis

• Lead quarterly logistics cut-off meetings, providing insights on sales figures, shipment performance, and risk mitigation.
• Deliver high-impact logistics performance reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Invoice Auditing

• Audit and validate domestic and ocean freight invoices to ensure accuracy, contractual compliance, and cost control.

SKILLS

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation or logistics management, with a strong track record of leadership.
• Experience with international shipping regulations and Incoterms.
• Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Professional certifications such as APICS, CSCMP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Deep expertise in SAP, Master Data Management, and data analysis; Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze cost drivers, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and report to executive leadership.
• Experience managing transportation of goods and bulk liquids via air, rail, sea, and over-the-road (OTR).
• Demonstrated success in managing 3PL relationships and leading RFP processes.
• Solid understanding of SOX compliance and financial controls in a logistics environment.

SKILLS

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation or logistics management, with a strong track record of leadership.
• Experience with international shipping regulations and Incoterms.
• Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Professional certifications such as APICS, CSCMP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Deep expertise in SAP, Master Data Management, and data analysis; Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze cost drivers, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and report to executive leadership.
• Experience managing transportation of goods and bulk liquids via air, rail, sea, and over-the-road (OTR).
• Demonstrated success in managing 3PL relationships and leading RFP processes.
• Solid understanding of SOX compliance and financial controls in a logistics environment.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.

OTHER

• We are looking for people who are globally mobile and aspire to experience different cultures.

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity. 

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