El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Distribution Center - El Paso, TX 79927Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Category: ManufacturingPosition Summary The Traffic Manager is responsible for pl…
Skills: Transportation Management, Carrier Management, Route Optimization, TMS, WMS
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Distribution Center - El Paso, TX 79927Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Category: ManufacturingPosition Summary The Traffic Manager is responsible for pl…
Skills: Transportation Management, Carrier Management, Route Optimization, TMS, WMS
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Azar - El Paso, TX 79912Position Type: Full TimeSummary of Job As a batch roaster you will be working in the Roasting area, mixing and dumping of raw materials into cooking bask…
Skills: Batch Roasting, Material Mixing, Temperature Control, Quality Control, Pallet Jack Operation
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Azar - El Paso, TX 79912Position Type: Full TimeSummary of Job As a batch roaster you will be working in the Roasting area, mixing and dumping of raw materials into cooking bask…
Skills: Batch Roasting, Material Mixing, Temperature Control, Quality Control, 5S Methodology
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Azar - El Paso, TX 79912Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Shift: DayJob Category: Manufacturing Summary of Job Must follow Standard Operation Procedures located …
Skills: Shipping and Receiving, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Bill of Lading Processing
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Azar - El Paso, TX 79912Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: ManufacturingSummary of Job Operate industrial forklift t…
Skills: Forklift Operation, Material Handling, Stand Up Forklift, GMP Compliance, 5S Methodology
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Distribution Center - El Paso, TX 79927Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Category: Distribution - Shipping Summary of Job Operate Industrial Trucks (Stand …
Skills: Stand Up Forklift Operation, Cherry-picker Operation, Inventory Control, Loading and Unloading, GDP Compliance
El Paso, Texas, United States · On-site
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Distribution Center - El Paso, TX 79927Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Category: Distribution - Shipping Summary of Job Operate Industrial Trucks (Stand …
Skills: Stand Up Forklift Operation, Cherry-picker Operation, Inventory Control, Loading and Unloading, GDP Compliance
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The Traffic Manager plans and optimizes all transportation and traffic operations within the Distribution Center to ensure cost-effective and timely product movement. This includes managing carrier relationships, overseeing shipping schedules, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field with over 7 years of experience in logistics and at least 3 years in a leadership role. Proficiency in TMS, WMS, and ERP systems, along with experience in Food & Beverage distribution, is highly preferred.
Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Distribution Center - El Paso, TX 79927Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Category: ManufacturingPosition Summary
The Traffic Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing all transportation and traffic operations within the Distribution Center to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of products to customers. This role leads transportation execution, carrier management, route optimization, and shipping operations while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service levels, operational efficiency, and transportation costs.
The ideal candidate is a bilingual (English/Spanish) logistics professional with extensive experience in transportation management, warehouse operations, food & beverage distribution, and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Manage all outbound transportation activities to ensure on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
Develop daily shipping schedules aligned with customer requirements and distribution priorities.
Coordinate carrier assignments, dock scheduling, and transportation resources.
Monitor transportation performance and resolve delivery exceptions proactively.
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, food safety standards, and company transportation policies.
Manage freight claims, transportation incidents, and corrective actions.
Logistics & Distribution
Collaborate with Warehouse Operations to optimize shipping workflows and dock utilization.
Balance transportation capacity with warehouse throughput and customer demand.
Monitor shipping volumes and adjust transportation plans accordingly.
Coordinate special shipments, expedited orders, and emergency deliveries.
Carrier & Vendor Management
Develop and maintain strong relationships with transportation providers.
Evaluate carrier performance through KPIs and service scorecards.
Negotiate transportation services and support freight cost reduction initiatives.
Ensure carriers comply with safety, quality, and service requirements.
Lead Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on transportation and shipping processes.
Analyze transportation costs, delivery performance, and operational efficiencies.
Identify opportunities to improve routing, load optimization, trailer utilization, and freight consolidation.
Participate in Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement projects.
Systems & Technology
Utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to manage transportation execution.
Ensure data integrity and transaction accuracy within logistics systems.
Develop reports and dashboards to monitor transportation KPIs.
Support implementation and optimization of logistics technologies.
Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop the Transportation and Shipping team.
Establish performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with Customer Service, Planning, Procurement, and Warehouse teams to ensure seamless operations.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience
7+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or distribution operations.
Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing transportation teams.
Experience in Food & Beverage manufacturing or distribution is highly preferred.
Experience managing third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and transportation carriers.
Proven experience implementing transportation process improvements.
Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Power BI or other reporting tools (preferred)
Freight optimization and routing software
Transportation analytics
Inventory management
Carrier management
KPI reporting
Qualifications
Home of Azar Nut Co., Sunrise Confections and Nubu. Affiliate companies: Hospitality Mints and Element Food Solutions
Based in the foothills of the Franklin Mountains, Mount Franklin Foods is headquartered in El Paso, Texas. Our entrepreneurial spirit remains focused on creating great tasting products and customer satisfaction. Food is our passion, but we are equally passionate about employee growth and development, long-term supplier relationships and increased shareholder value. We are a recognized ingredient supplier for the foodservice industry. Our portfolio consists of a variety of nut, snack and candy brands. We are an award-winning contract manufacturer and supplier of packaged goods. As a private label manufacturer, we produce a full line of candy, nut, snack and gummies. As an industry leader, fostering long-term partnerships and maintaining good business practices are the keys to our success.
Offices: 1800 Northwestern Dr, El Paso, Texas, US · 1S660 Midwest Road, 270, Oak Brook Terrace, Illinois 60181, US · 7440 Santa Fe Dr, Hodgkins, Illinois 60525, US
Home of Azar Nut Co., Sunrise Confections and Nubu. Affiliate companies: Hospitality Mints and Element Food Solutions
Based in the foothills of the Franklin Mountains, Mount Franklin Foods is headquartered in El Paso, Texas. Our entrepreneurial spirit remains focused on creating great tasting products and customer satisfaction. Food is our passion, but we are equally passionate about employee growth and development, long-term supplier relationships and increased shareholder value. We are a recognized ingredient supplier for the foodservice industry. Our portfolio consists of a variety of nut, snack and candy brands. We are an award-winning contract manufacturer and supplier of packaged goods. As a private label manufacturer, we produce a full line of candy, nut, snack and gummies. As an industry leader, fostering long-term partnerships and maintaining good business practices are the keys to our success.
Offices: 1800 Northwestern Dr, El Paso, Texas, US · 1S660 Midwest Road, 270, Oak Brook Terrace, Illinois 60181, US · 7440 Santa Fe Dr, Hodgkins, Illinois 60525, US
