Global Logistics Operations Sr. Analyst

3M

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Title Global Logistics Business Strategy Planner Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role You will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Lead global freight optimization initiatives, focusing on ocean and air operations, consolidation strategies, and improving 3PL performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in Planning, Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related functions.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Power BI, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries, leveraging negotiation and partnership skills to drive process and performance excellence.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives in a matrix environment.
• Experience managing complex, interdependent programs, translating trends and insights into actionable strategies.
• Financial acumen, including experience with business case valuation tools (e.g., NPV analysis).
• Executive communication skills, with experience developing and delivering presentations to senior stakeholders on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, combined with clear and compelling written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team environments, with strong customer focus and stakeholder management.
• Ability to influence without authority, including at senior leadership levels.
• Digital proficiency and familiarity with emerging technologies preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
• Seven (7) years of Supply Chain or Logistics experience in a private, public, government or military environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in international transportation operations, or warehousing.
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement projects (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting unstructured data for decision-making.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar).
• Ability to manage multiple cross-functional projects under tight timelines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead global freight optimization initiatives, focusing on ocean and air operations, consolidation strategies, and improving 3PL performance.

Benefits

• 3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially.
• To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
• Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees