Head of Supply Chain and In-Plant Logistics Readiness

Daimler Truck•Portland, OR

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Supply Chain and In-Plant Logistics Readiness is accountable for the strategy, design, realization, and launch of the end-to-end supply chain and in-plant logistics model for DTNA’s new production facility. During the project phase, this role will lead the development and implementation of lean, integrated, and scalable logistics processes across inbound and outbound operations, including transportation, receiving, warehousing, inventory management, point-of-use delivery, and customer fulfillment. The position leverages automation, digital supply chain solutions, and advanced technologies to drive operational excellence and end-to-end visibility. The role ensures processes, systems, infrastructure, equipment, automation, packaging, and organizational capabilities are fully integrated into the plant design and launch plan, delivering measurable efficiency while remaining safe, flexible, and resilient. This position will be relocated to DTNA’s new production facility. This position will assume responsibility for the in-plant logistics organization at the start of production (SOP). The ideal candidate is a strategic, technology-forward, and execution-focused leader with demonstrated success in logistics transformation, automation and digital deployment, operational launches, team development, and translating innovative concepts into sustainable performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, operations management, or a related field
10+ years of leadership experience in supply chain, logistics engineering, in-plant logistics, or manufacturing operations
Proven success leading new-plant logistics readiness, facility launches, or major operational or supply chain transformations
Proven expertise in designing and optimizing end-to-end supply chain and logistics networks
Experience applying automation, digital systems, and advanced technologies to improve efficiency, inventory accuracy, visibility, and reliability
Strong knowledge of material-handling and supply chain technologies, systems integration, simulation, and capacity optimization
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and complex programs
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to align stakeholders, present complex concepts clearly, and drive decision-making
Strong commitment to project visibility, performance tracking, and governance through clear reporting, milestone management, issue escalation, and executive-level communication
Willingness to relocate and assume leadership of in-plant logistics operations following launch

Responsibilities

Lead the new facility’s supply chain and in-plant logistics strategy, centered on efficiency, automation, digitalization, and scalability
Develop and execute holistic supply chain strategies that connect suppliers, transportation, in plant logistics, warehousing, and operations, ensuring end-to-end visibility, operational excellence, and network optimization
Drive game-changing supply chain solutions including 3PL strategies, supplier park integration, digital visibility platforms, and logistics network optimizations
Lead outbound logistics readiness strategies to ensure seamless customer deliveries, optimize outbound transportation and distribution networks
Ensure efficient material flow from supplier delivery and receiving through warehousing, sequencing, and delivery to the point of use
Establish lean, technology-enabled standards for yard, dock, receiving, storage, line feeding, replenishment, kitting, staging, and return flows
Oversee warehouse layouts, storage strategies, and capacity requirements
Ensure digitally enabled material-control processes that deliver high inventory accuracy
Ensure packaging readiness, including specification, validation, implementation, inventory planning, supplier integration, and automation compatibility
Champion lean logistics to eliminate non-value-added activity
Advance automation, technology, and analytics to improve productivity and decision-making
Oversee the sourcing, commissioning, and testing of logistics infrastructure and equipment
Validate logistics concepts and efficiency targets through simulations, capacity studies, process trials, and launch events
Lead launch and ramp-up readiness for supply chain and in-plant logistics requirements
Establish readiness criteria, performance indicators, governance, and risk-management routines
Hold accountability for project budgets, productivity targets, and financial performance
Partner with the Head of Supply Chain Engineering & Transportation Operations to align the new plant with enterprise transportation, packaging, 3PL, systems, technology, and logistics standards
Sustain collaboration after launch to integrate the plant with the broader supply chain network and advance shared efficiencies
Drive alignment across production, manufacturing engineering, facilities, quality, procurement and supply, IT, finance, human resources, suppliers, carriers, technology partners, and logistics providers
Establish the future in-plant logistics organization, including structure, capabilities, staffing, digital competencies, and operational interfaces
Build and empower a high-performing team to lead intelligent, automated, and continuously improving supply chain and logistics operations
Lead the transition from project execution through launch, stabilization, and sustainable operations

Benefits

annual variable pay bonus program
company paid company vehicle with insurance and fuel card
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contribution of 7% of variable pay
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ holidays per calendar year
Paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance program
volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans