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Logistics Specialist (Trucking)
- Join a diverse and global organization that is safety driven and values inclusion
- Varied, stimulating and fascinating work where you will make an impact
- Excellent opportunity for career development of technical expertise in a major Metro Area – Chicago
About the role
We are looking for a Logistics Specialist (Trucking) to join the Rio Tinto to join our supply chain and logistics team you will be responsible for:
We are looking for a Logistics Specialist (Trucking) to join the Rio Tinto to join our supply chain and logistics team you will be responsible for:
- Accountable for the safe and efficient shipping of product and goods by road in North America.
- Coordinate with Customer Service, Procurement, S&M and Operations to ensure product availability and orders are shipped on time by road.
- Provide specialist subject matter expertise in relation to trucking and network optimisation, including commercial impacts and opportunities.
- Develop strong trucking provider relationships to assist in the negotiation of contract pricing and timely resolution of issues.
- Utilise business intelligence to leverage the Group’s volume and market presence. Drive improvement through data analytics and innovation techniques.
- Establish and maintain a performance based scorecard with each trucking service provider, review quarterly and report KPIs monthly.
- Lead/perform audits/reviews of trucking service providers.
- Audit trucking transportation invoices for payment.
- Contribute to the development of best practice standards and use best proactive methodology in work activities.
- Monitor regional industry trucking trends and propose changes to work practices to enhance outcomes for Rio Tinto.
- Develop, track and manage trucking spend, including providing solutions to generate greater commercial outcomes for Rio Tinto.
- Improve decision support through process control, standardisation and governance.
- Create a HSE culture within RTL ensuring all activities comply with Rio Tinto standards and that product shipments are made in a safe and secure manner.
- Engage service providers on HSEQ related issues to ensure compliance to contract management standards and performance expectations
About you
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
- >5 years in supply chain role
- Implementing value adding logistics solutions.
- Experience in generating and implementing outcomes to improve workflows and processes to increase efficiency and eliminate waste.
- Logistics management experience preferred.
- Bachelors level qualification in Logistics or similar.
- Trucking experience.
Where you will be working
Rio Tinto is establishing a US Sales & Marketing office in Chicago. Part of the new Commercial organisation, US facing sales and marketing roles from across multiple products and locations will be based in Chicago. This is an exciting next step in our Commercial journey and for your career.
You’ll get to join a team based in one of the most liveable cities in the United States. Home to Fortune 500 organisations, Chicago is considered one of the most important business centres in the world. With good public transport options and a wide range of cultural attractions and outdoor activities available, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a modern and cosmopolitan lifestyle whilst advancing your career.
About us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.
Aluminium for cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars and the pipes that bring water to our home. Iron ore to shape our city skylines. Borates that help crops grow, titanium for paint – and diamonds that celebrate the best things in life.
Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents.
Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.
Application Deadline: 20th August 2021
Please note, in order to be successfully considered for a role you must complete all pre-screening questions.
“Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings at its discretion, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application as soon as possible.”
