Network Design Manager - Finish Vehicle Logistics

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

The Network Design Manager is responsible managing a team for designing, optimizing, and continuously improving the end-to-end logistics network for finished vehicles. This role ensures cost-efficient, reliable, and scalable transport solutions from manufacturing plants and ports to dealerships or end customers, while maintaining service level targets and compliance standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field
8+ years of network design experience for logistics or related experience
Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Strong Excel skills needed
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated change leadership attributes

Responsibilities

Network Strategy & Design
Develop and optimize finished vehicle distribution networks (plant → port → yard → dealer)
Conduct network modeling and scenario analysis to support new product launches, plant expansions, or market shifts
Design multimodal transportation solutions (road, rail, sea)
Evaluate location strategies for ports, yards, and distribution hubs
Cost & Performance Optimization
Analyze transportation costs, lead times, and service performance
Identify cost-saving initiatives through route optimization, consolidation, and modal shifts
Monitor KPIs such as delivery lead time, damage rates, dwell time, and yard utilization
Data Analysis & Modeling
Use optimization tools and software (e.g., Llamasoft, SAP TM, OTM, Power BI, Excel modeling)
Perform demand forecasting and capacity planning
Build business cases and ROI analyses for network changes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Manufacturing, Sales, Procurement, and Regional Logistics teams
Work with 3PLs, ocean carriers, rail operators, and trucking providers
Support contract negotiations with data-driven insights
Risk Management & Compliance
Assess risks related to capacity constraints, geopolitical issues, and port congestion
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, safety standards, and OEM requirements
Develop contingency and resilience plans