Manager, Logistics | 6090 NALP (Logistics Planning) | 1st Shift

Role Summary

This role, within North American Logistics Planning, leads daily logistics planning operations and Kaizen initiatives across the North American network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily logistics planning operations, including exception management, escalations, and execution support
• Drive Kaizen and continuous-improvement projects to reduce complexity and improve logistics performance
• Establish and deploy standard logistics planning processes, routes, and governance
• Execute logistics planning strategy through network design, routing standardization, and system utilization
• Lead planning-related technology initiatives, including effective use and enhancement of TMS capabilities
• Translate recurring operational issues into standard, permanent solutions
• Monitor logistics performance, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions
• Partner with Operations, IT, Procurement, and plant leadership to align planning strategy and execution
• Lead and develop a team balancing daily operations and Kaizen activities

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply-chain planning
• 3+ years of experience in leadership or project leadership roles
• Experience in logistics planning, network optimization, or transportation management systems
• Proven ability to deliver cost reduction through standardization and process improvement

Desired Qualifications

• Mechanical or manufacturing engineering degree preferred
• Manufacturing or automotive logistics experience
• Leverage Lean, Kaizen, or continuous-improvement principles
• Experience leading logistics technology or TMS enhancement initiatives
• Strong capability in balancing operational execution with strategic improvement work
• Experience working in complex, multi-site North American operations