Title:  Sr Manager, Transportation

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 119 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

The Senior Manager, Transportation is responsible for managing the movement of all transportation modes across North America (domestic and international) while ensuring that carriers, customers, and WKKC are aligned within their designated KPIs.  This position ensures a cost-conscious mindset which is aligned with current market costs to drive the best cost to serve for WKKC. This is reinforced by direct coordination and communication with WKKC carrier partners as well as the health and accountability of the P&L valued at over $60M. 

The position reports to the Director, Customer Transportation.  The position has no direct reports, but manages the relationships with our WKKC carriers, our 4PL partners, and our sites across North America. The position manages a strategic relationship with IBP, Finance, external manufacturing, Security, and operational relationships locally at the plants, WK Distribution Centers, Quality, and internal manufacturing.

This is a Hybrid role that requires the incumbent to live within sixty miles of the Battle Creek, Michigan Headquarter Office. This person will travel (up to 35%). 

This incumbent must have the ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position. Must be able to use effective verbal and written communication skills on a daily basis. Must have the ability to work in conditions that include multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities, extended work schedules, and specific time constraints. Ability to lead, align, manage, resolve conflict, and work in an ever-changing environment.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Responsible for overseeing and optimizing the transportation operations across our supply chain network.
• Overall management of transportation requirements for all transportation modes (IM, TL, LTL, and ocean) managed by the WKKC Transportation Team
• Develop and implement the procurement strategy for all assigned lanes within the WKKC transportation footprint.
• Work internally with stakeholders across the supply chain (OTC, IP, Finance, Procurement, AP, CSC, and Sales) to ensure the required transportation assets are in place to support the inbound, Stock, and Customer orders.
• Regularly engage with the WKKC Carrier partners to reinforce a strong relationship which ensures max support to WKKC while developing strategic partnerships

• Be the representative of WKKC to external stakeholders through meetings, professional connections, and business reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA, or other advanced degree preferred.
• A working knowledge of SAP and TMS is a requirement.
• Individual must possess knowledge in Microsoft Suite, Power BI, Share point

Experience:

• 5–10 years in transportation or logistics, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• Direct experience working with trucking companies (asset-based and brokerage).
• Familiarity with food shippers and the unique requirements of dry and temperature control freight, shelf-life, and OTIF metrics.
• Experience managing global freight spend, including ocean, intermodal, and cross-border trucking.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of transportation management systems (TMS) ideally experiences with tools like Oracle, SAP TM, Blue Yonder, or MercuryGate.
• Proficiency in freight cost analysis, budgeting, and KPI development.
• Knowledge of carrier procurement, contract negotiation, and performance management.
• Familiarity with routing optimization, mode selection, and network design principles.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with supply planning, customer service, and sales.
• Strong people management skills — experience influencing across matrixed organizations.
• Ability to build relationships with carriers, 3PLs, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills — comfortable engaging with senior leadership.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in CPG or food manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma methodologies in transportation or logistics.
• Background in change management or leading transformation initiatives (e.g., TMS implementation, carrier consolidation).
• Strategic mindset with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
• Have a startup mindset and willingness to adapt to changing external market conditions and internal growth driven initiatives.

Compensation Insights:

Salary Range: $126,000.00 - $165,375.00

Salary pay ranges are determined by role and level.  Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions. 

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:

• Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and
• contribution
• Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
• Employee recognition program

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

As a standalone division of the Ferrero Group since October 2025, at WK Kellogg Co we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com. 

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email TalentAssist@wkkellogg.com

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment