Global Logistics Manager – Finished Vehicle Ports

Responsibilities

• Manage daily port operations to ensure maximum velocity of vehicle deliveries to our dealer partner
• Monitor and execute revenue recognition targets in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Drive service provider performance through key performance metrics and scorecards
• Manage export damaged vehicles to maintain strong dealer delivery performance
• Build strong relationships with service providers throughout all modes of transportation
• Develop and maintain a forward‑looking 2–3 week operational plan for each node, ensuring timely vehicle movement within established budget parameters
• Engage with key supplier partners at appropriate cadences (daily, weekly, monthly) to build and sustain robust, executable logistics plans
• Proactively adjust plans to address capacity constraints and operational disruptions, including launches, weather events, quality holds, and peak period activities such as quarter‑end
• Collaborate with the Supplemental Lift Team and Purchasing to secure additional capacity, including non-preferred solutions when required to protect operations
• Support Vehicle Sales, Service, and Marketing (VSSM) by executing non-preferred moves to meet business needs
• Monitor and address supplier performance trends, including lift utilization, loading efficiency, processing timing, dwell, and vehicle aging
• Coordinate and execute field action plans in response to operational or quality‑related issues
• Identify and drive initiatives focused on cost optimization and transit time reduction, with a strong emphasis on premium freight mitigation
• Develop and define Statements of Requirements during sourcing to ensure clarity and alignment for all outbound vehicle operations activities at assigned nodes
• Drive accountability through regular performance reviews, scorecard management, and transparent data sharing with key stakeholders
• Facilitate the sharing and implementation of best practices across North American regions to promote continuous improvement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross‑functional and external stakeholders, including VSSM, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, MEO, and carrier leadership and operations teams
• Lead and participate in carrier reviews, safety audits, and quality forums to ensure operational excellence and compliance

• 2+ years relevant work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics or product development (any internship or co‑op experience will not be considered)
• Knowledge of port operations