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Freight Development Analyst

Gordon Food Service
United States, Michigan, Wyoming
1300 Gezon Parkway Southwest (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... *Position Summary:* Collaborates with internal GFS departments such as Strategic Procurement, Category Management, and Supply Chain to continuously review opportunities to transition volume from prepaid (delivered) to customer (GFS) pickup. Analyzes each opportunity to determine the feasibility and negotiates with the vendor in question directly to ensure GFS obtains most equitable freight allowance possible. Upon successfully negotiating, communicates the changes to vested GFS departments and facilitates the handoff to Capstone Operations for execution. *What you will do:* Collaborates with Procurement, Category, and Supply Chain to identify freight conversion opportunities from prepaid to customer pickup Analyses and evaluates feasibility and profitability of conversion opportunities Assists designing solutions that improves feasibility of conversions Networks and negotiates with suppliers to establish favorable/equitable freight allowances for GFS Maintains and provides reporting against conversion targets Communicates freight basis changes to internal and external parties Facilitates handoff to Capstone Operations team for execution. Performs other duties as assigned When you will work: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day from home. *What you'll bring to the table:* High School Diploma/Equivalent required. Bachelor Degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance or related field is preferred. At least two years of procurement, supply chain, transportation, and/or logistics experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must understand procurement/sourcing strategies. Basic understanding of freight management Ability to negotiate and execute procurement strategies Must demonstrate math and accounting aptitude. Ability to compare/contrast, innovate, analyze, coordinate, and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems. Strong analytical skills, complemented with ability to articulate complex concepts to a variety of audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels of employees, vendors and customers. Teamwork, positively interact with others, strong relationship building and commitment to Cornerstone Value of Customer is King, honesty, integrity. Desire to take on a leadership role when necessary. Self directed, focused, ability to prioritize, discretion, decision making, fluctuations in workload. Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of supply chain management and foodservice industry. Strong knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, email and internet software applications. Advanced Excel knowledge/skill required. Report generation capabilities preferred. BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US! Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.