Logistics & Distribution Operations Manager
About The Position
Molex LLC is seeking a Global Logistics & Distribution Operations Manager – OCG that will be responsible for end‑to‑end logistics execution across multiple manufacturing sites and distribution centers worldwide. This role ensures the efficient movement of raw materials, subassemblies, finished fiber optic cable assemblies, and customer shipments while maintaining high service levels, cost discipline, and regulatory compliance. This position owns global distribution center operations, outbound customer fulfillment, and site‑to‑site material flows, working closely with manufacturing, planning, procurement, quality, and commercial teams to support on‑time delivery and scalable growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or Engineering.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in global logistics or supply chain management.
- Experience managing multi‑site logistics and distribution center operations.
- Background in manufacturing‑driven logistics, preferably cable assembly, electronics, or precision manufacturing.
- Experience managing customer shipments and international freight.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with fiber optic cable assemblies or telecommunications products.
- Knowledge of global trade compliance requirements and Incoterms.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
- APICS / ASCM certification (CSCP, CPIM).
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience within logistics or distribution environments.
- Demonstrated progression path from single distribution center leadership to multi site leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead global logistics execution across manufacturing sites and distribution centers, ensuring reliable material flow and customer fulfillment
- Define and execute logistics strategies that support fiber optic cable assembly, customization, and build‑to‑order environments
- Provide operational leadership for global and regional distribution centers, driving fulfillment accuracy, inventory integrity, and efficient material handling
- Ensure on‑time, in‑full (OTIF) delivery performance for domestic and international customers through effective outbound logistics execution
- Manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and transportation providers to balance service, cost, and flexibility
- Partner with manufacturing, planning, and engineering teams to align logistics execution with production schedules and assembly requirements
- Maintain visibility and control of global inventory across plants and distribution centers, supporting optimization and traceability
- Lead logistics cost management, freight optimization, and budget ownership while maintaining service expectations
- Establish, monitor, and improve logistics performance through KPIs including OTIF, freight cost, inventory turns, lead times, and DC productivity
- Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, export controls, Incoterms, and customer‑specific shipping requirements
- Identify logistics risks and lead mitigation strategies related to capacity, transportation disruptions, or supply interruptions
- Lead, develop, and mentor logistics and distribution center teams across regions while influencing cross‑functional stakeholders globally
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- flexible spending and health savings accounts
- life insurance
- ADD
- disability
- retirement
- paid vacation/time off
- educational assistance
- infertility assistance
- paid parental leave
- adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
