Logistics Manager NAFTA
Key Responsibilities
Oversee transportation operations across the NAFTA region, ensuring seamless coordination between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Develop and execute regional logistics strategies aligned with business goals, customer requirements, and cost-efficiency targets.
Serve as the primary point of contact for regional logistics matters, including cross-border compliance, carrier management, and performance oversight.
Cost Reduction & Optimization
Identify, evaluate, and implement cost-saving opportunities across trucking operations, including route optimization, mode selection, consolidation, and network redesign.
Analyze freight spend, market trends, and carrier performance to drive strategic decision-making.
Involvement in negotiations with carriers and logistics partners to secure competitive rates and service levels.
Continuous Improvement & Process Innovation
Define and implement improvement initiatives to enhance service reliability, reduce lead times, and increase operational efficiency.
Utilize data analytics to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities within the transportation network.
Promote the adoption of digital tools, automation, and visibility platforms to modernize logistics processes.
Trucking Operations Focus
Manage day-to-day trucking operations, including domestic and cross-border shipments, carrier scheduling, and freight execution.
Monitor carrier KPIs such as on-time delivery, capacity availability, damage rates, FTL/LTL performance and service quality.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, and customer service teams to align logistics strategies with broader business needs.
Support sales and operations planning (S&OP) with accurate transportation capacity and cost insights.
Collaborate with export/import team, and external partners to ensure smooth cross-border flows.
Risk Management & Compliance
Mitigate transportation risks by developing contingency plans, alternative routing strategies, and carrier diversification.
Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements across the NAFTA region, including customs documentation, safety standards, and environmental regulations.