Director Transportation Center of Excellence; Hybrid - Eagan, MN

Director Transportation Center of Excellence (Hybrid – Eagan, MN)

Reporting to the VP of Global Logistics and Distribution, the Director leads a high‑impact team of subject‑matter experts and project managers to shape the future of transportation capabilities for a fully outsourced global network.

The Director defines global standards, drives innovation and continuous improvement, and ensures consistent performance across all modes and regions in partnership with regional logistics organizations.

• Strategic Leadership
  • Define and execute the vision and roadmap for the Transportation CoE, aligned with global logistics and supply chain strategy.
  • Establish governance frameworks and performance standards for transportation processes across all regions and modes.
  • Design and conduct feasibility studies, distribution analyses and research projects to deliver cost reduction, cycle‑time compression, enhanced supply‑chain resilience and improved customer experience.
• Capability Development
  • Lead the design and implementation of future‑state transportation capabilities, including technology, processes and people skills.
  • Partner with Digital Supply Chain / IT to evaluate and deploy transportation technologies (TMS, visibility platforms, control‑tower solutions, analytics).
  • Drive innovation in cost‑to‑serve optimization, sustainability, service differentiation and risk management.
  • Standardize processes such as freight billing, shipment damage reduction and freight mode optimization.
• Network Strategy & Design
  • Periodically evaluate the global warehouse and transportation footprint to identify optimal flows, modes and node locations, balancing lead times, logistics and inventory costs, and CO₂ emissions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with regional logistics teams to understand business needs and ensure CoE initiatives deliver measurable value.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on transportation strategy and emerging industry trends.
• Team Leadership
  • Build, develop and inspire a high‑performing team of SMEs and project managers, fostering a culture of process excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Set clear roles, responsibilities, performance goals and career‑development paths within and beyond the CoE.
• Performance Management
  • Define KPIs and monitor performance of transportation programs and outsourced providers.
  • Drive cost optimization and service improvements through data‑driven decision making and collaboration with Logistics Procurement and regional teams.
  • Participate in carrier strategic business reviews to continuously raise the bar on service, process excellence and sustainability.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• At least 11 years of progressive experience in transportation management, logistics or end‑to‑end supply‑chain operations, with exposure to outsourced/carrier networks.
• Master’s degree or higher (preferred).
• Experience in change management and leading global transportation programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, GDP, and handling of Dangerous Goods and medical devices.
• Experience with Business Transformation, ERP deployments or integrations.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities, including building and leading diverse, global teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with data‑driven decision making.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across matrixed organizations.
• Deep knowledge of transportation technologies, visibility tools and analytics across modes and regions.
• Strategic thinker capable of translating vision into actionable plans.
• Results‑oriented focus on service, cost, quality, resilience and sustainability.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo.
• Strong communication and presentation skills at the executive level.

Hybrid work model is available in Eagan, MN. Up to 25% travel may be required.

US applicants: base pay plus variable incentive with a compensation range of $211,600 – $290,950. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, health‑savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences and retirement plans.

Solventum is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.