Regional Logistics Director
Metsä Group•Norwalk, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
In this strategically important role, you will ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective logistics operations in your region while supporting customer satisfaction and business profitability. Working closely with our Business Areas and external logistics service providers, you will play a key role in shaping and developing Metsä Group's logistics network and supplier partnerships. As Regional Logistics Director, you will be responsible for regional logistics sourcing, supplier management, and capacity planning.
Requirements
- Experience in logistics, supply chain management, sourcing, or transportation services
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Experience in supplier relationship management and performance measurement
- A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to problem solving
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and across multiple stakeholder groups
- A development-oriented mindset and passion for continuous improvement
- Fluent English communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Leading logistics tendering processes, contract negotiations, and supplier management activities
- Acting as the primary commercial contact and negotiator towards logistics service providers
- Securing logistics capacity across land transportation, ports, and terminals based on business needs
- Collaborating closely with Business Area supply chain stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics operations and high customer satisfaction
- Identifying opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, optimize networks, and reduce logistics costs
- Driving logistics development initiatives together with business stakeholders and service providers
- Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring transparent stakeholder communication
- Managing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships within your area of responsibility
- Proactively identifying risks and opportunities and supporting continuous improvement efforts across the logistics network.
Benefits
- Support for personal career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
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