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AtBarry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate. The Regional Warehouse and Transportation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the efficient operations of multiple warehouses and solid transportation systems within NA including full carrier program management. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills to ensure seamless coordination of warehousing and their solid transportation activities/distribution.Regional Warehouse Management Oversee end to end warehouse operations across North America, ensuring safety, quality, environmental compliance, and long term strategic execution. Implement and optimize warehouse processes to maximize 3PL performance and minimize operational costs. Lead the North America inventory counting process, including stock in transit, statutory audits, and management of returnable assets. Serve as business process owner for the inbound/outbound warehouse tendering process (USD 60M+ spend), including approval workflows requiring senior leadership alignment. Ensure all warehousing activities adhere to internal policies and meet agreed performance metrics (KPIs, service levels, financial results, etc.). Regional Transportation Coordination Develop and execute regional transportation strategies to ensure timely, cost effective, and safe movement of goods across the network. Serve as business process owner for regional transportation services (USD 50M+ spend), including required escalations to senior leadership. Identify and implement process improvement initiatives using data analysis, best practices, and performance trends to drive efficiency and cost savings. Budget Management Develop, manage, and monitor budgets for warehousing and transportation operations, partnering closely with Finance to optimize resource allocation. Act as the primary point of contact for escalations and manage senior internal stakeholders, including participation in CAPEX committees linked to tendering decisions. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. ~10+ years of experience in food warehousing, with a strong understanding of industry‑specific standards. ~ Advanced English proficiency (B2+ or higher) with the ability to communicate effectively across regional and global teams. ~ Deep knowledge of warehousing and transportation best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends in the North American market. ~ Proven experience managing multi‑site operations within a complex, fast‑paced supply chain environment. ~ able to work independently, make data‑driven decisions, and manage competing priorities. ~ Working knowledge of SAP AC3/PRD/VIM or similar ERP systems. ~ Strong familiarity with major North American warehouse providers and 3PL industry dynamics.Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum! Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion.