Regional Logistics Manager – Americas

NOV•Houston, TX

12h

About The Position

NOV is seeking a Regional Logistics Manager to lead logistics execution across the Americas as part of our Global Logistics Center (GLC). This role is responsible for overseeing a high-performing Regional Logistics Center (RLC), managing both day-to-day transportation operations and complex, project-based logistics. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate brings deep operational experience, strong team leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while partnering across regions and functions.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations
Proven leadership experience both on-site and remote managing execution teams in a low volume, high mix environment
Strong working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Experience in global logistics operations, including managing complex and project-based logistics involving oversized, international, and mission-critical shipments.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or energy sectors

Responsibilities

Lead regional logistics operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and on-time delivery across all transportation modes
Manage a team of Transportation Planners within a TMS environment, driving execution performance, exception management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Oversee a Project Specialist team responsible for large, complex, and high-risk shipments, ensuring effective planning, coordination, and execution
Serve as a working manager by directly supporting transportation execution activities, including shipment planning, issue resolution, and management of critical loads as needed
Maintain consistent operational performance during peak periods, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end cycles
Act as the primary escalation point for critical shipments, service disruptions, and transportation-related issues
Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team with strong accountability, collaboration, and execution focus
Partner with internal stakeholders across supply chain, operations, procurement, and business units to support customer requirements and business objectives
Manage relationships with NOV-designated carriers, freight forwarders, and customer-selected logistics providers to ensure service reliability and performance
Collaborate with regional and global logistics leadership to implement transportation strategies and standardize operational best practices
Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on transportation cost optimization, service enhancement, and operational efficiency
Utilize transportation systems, reporting tools, and operational data insights to support decision-making and improve overall logistics performance