Lead, Freight

USA, IL, RomeovilleFull-time$75k2026-10-06 → 2026-10-22

Core

Manage safe, cost-effective global transportation services across all service modes for mining industry equipment and tools.

Role type

Senior IC freight lead (global supply chain)

Builds

Global transportation services for mining equipment and tools

Domain

Mining industry + Global Logistics

Required skills

Global supply chain management, Transportation management, Carrier performance analysis, Cost savings initiatives, Logistics operations, International documentation, TMS implementation, Invoice audit and dispute management

Preferred skills

Blue Yonder TMS/WMS, SAP, Supply chain data analytics, Order to delivery process, Global Import/Export processes

Technologies

Blue Yonder TMS/WMS, SAP, Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Conduct monthly carrier performance analysis and review, Assist in carrier sourcing and selection, Develop cost savings initiatives, Liaise between carriers and operations for issue resolution, Process creation and implementation, Review international documentation, Support carrier implementations for TMS, Resolve global transportation issues, Align with regional/global teams on improvements, Manage freight invoice audits and disputes

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About Sandvik

Sandvik Group is on an exciting growth journey where mergers and acquisitions are a key strategic priority. Since 2020, Sandvik has completed more than 50 acquisitions globally and established itself as a disciplined and strategic serial acquirer, continuously strengthening its portfolio across machining, mining, rock processing, and digital manufacturing. The Group has committed to delivering 50 percent of its growth by 2030 through mergers and acquisitions, reinforcing the critical role of inorganic expansion in shaping Sandvik’s long-term strategy and value creation.