Intl Logistics Operations Lead
About The Position
The Logistics Field Operations Manager leads logistics field operations supporting export execution across manufacturing locations and consolidation networks. The role leads Field Operations personnel, supports plant export operations, and promotes consistent logistics process execution. It serves as a key liaison among manufacturing sites, logistics service providers, transportation partners, and corporate logistics teams to resolve operational issues and improve service performance. The manager also leads workstreams for strategic logistics initiatives, process improvements, network optimization, and systems implementations. The position is based on-site in Maplewood, Minnesota at least four days per week and may involve up to 50% domestic travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or Operations Management and five years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operational management; alternatively, a high school diploma and eight years of such experience.
- Two years of experience leading teams and managing operational performance.
- Three years of experience working with third-party logistics providers and transportation partners.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.
- Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
- Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting international transportation and export operations.
- Project management and change management experience.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
- Experience developing performance metrics and operational scorecards.
- Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead logistics field operations supporting export execution across manufacturing locations and consolidation networks.
- Lead Field Operations personnel, support plant export operations, and drive consistent execution of logistics processes.
- Liaise with manufacturing sites, logistics service providers, transportation partners, and corporate logistics teams to resolve operational issues and improve service performance.
- Lead operational workstreams related to strategic logistics initiatives, process improvements, network optimization, and systems implementations.
- Travel to support operational execution, site engagement, provider management, and business initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Health Savings Accounts.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Voluntary benefits.
- Paid absences.
- Retirement benefits.
- Relocation assistance may be authorized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
