Manager, Logistics Strategy and Optimization

Manager, Logistics Strategy and Optimization page is loaded## Manager, Logistics Strategy and Optimization locations:
Zeeland, MItime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R003882
** This position is on-site our Zeeland, MI office.
** The Manager, Logistics Strategy and Optimization is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and evolving ODL’s logistics approach to support growth, margin, and customer experience. This role goes beyond day-to-day execution, focusing on designing scalable logistics strategies, optimizing networks and transportation models, and driving data-informed decisions across domestic and international operations. The Manager partners closely with cross-functional leaders to ensure logistics capabilities align with enterprise objectives today and into the future.
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* Who We Are:

** Driven by continual innovation and trusted partnerships, ODL is a global leader in high-quality door and insulated glass solutions. For decades, our purpose has been simple:
** Make Your Life Better**—for our customers, our communities, and our people.

With 14 global locations and thousands of employees, ODL has been recognized as a Great Place to Work across all countries of operation. We invest in our people, celebrate growth, and foster a culture where accountability, innovation, and excellence thrive.
** The Impact You’ll Drive:
*** Define and evolve ODL’s logistics strategy, aligning network design, transportation models, and service levels with business growth, margin, and customer expectations.
* Lead logistics planning and decision-making across domestic and international operations, including carrier strategy, freight models, and risk mitigation.
* Own logistics performance governance, establishing KPIs, targets, and executive-level reporting tied to cost, service, and reliability.
* Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Sales, and IT to evaluate tradeoffs, prioritize investments, and support enterprise initiatives.
* Guide technology and analytics strategy for logistics (TMS, visibility tools, data architecture), ensuring tools enable insight—not just execution.
* Identify and lead transformation initiatives, including network optimization, cost-to-serve analysis, and scalability planning.
* Build leadership capability within the logistics organization, setting expectations, developing talent, and creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
** What Sets You Up for Success:
*** Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
* 7+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, ideally in manufacturing or distribution environment.
* Experience owning or influencing enterprise logistics strategy, not just execution
* Experience supporting multi-site or global operations
* Strong knowledge of logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, inventory, and customs compliance.
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
* Familiarity with advanced analytics and data visualization tools.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally.
* Results-oriented mindset with strong project management skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), ERP systems (Oracle, SAP or similar) and TMS (Oracle OTM or similar).
* Open to travel up to 10%, mostly domestic but occasional international travel may be required.
** The Value We

Offer:

*** Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Prescription Plan
* 401(k) with company match
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Disability Plan
* Paid Vacation and 10 Holidays
* Health Club Reimbursement
* Bonus program
* Wellness program

If you’re a logistics leader who enjoys stepping back to see the full system—analyzing tradeoffs, designing smarter networks, and translating strategy into measurable business results—this role is built for you.
** Join ODL and help define the future of our logistics capabilities, ensuring scalable, cost-effective, and reliable delivery solutions that support long-term growth and make lives better.*
* * This position requires current, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
* The Manager Logistics is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the organization’s logistics operations and ensures cost-effective, efficient, and high-quality delivery of goods to meet customer and business needs, while executing logistics strategies that align with the company’s overall objectives.
** Shift
* * First Shift (United States of America)
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