Define and execute the vision and roadmap for the Transportation CoE, aligned with the 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 analysis and research projects to deliver cost reduction, cycle time compression, enhanced supply chain resilience and improved customer experience.
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 (e.g., TMS, visibility platforms, control tower solutions, analytics) that enable end‑to‑end shipment visibility and proactive event management.
Drive innovation in areas such as cost‑to‑serve optimization, sustainability, service differentiation, and risk management.
Drive standardization of processes and solutions such as freight billing/invoicing, shipment damage reduction, freight mode optimization.
Periodically evaluate the global warehouse and transportation footprint to determine optimal flows, modes, and node locations, balancing lead times with logistics and inventory carrying costs, and CO2 emissions.
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 (e.g., decarbonization, capacity constraints, regulatory changes).
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.
Define KPIs and monitor performance of transportation programs and outsourced providers.
Drive cost optimization and service improvements through data‑driven decision making and cross‑functional collaboration with Logistics Procurement and regional teams.
Participate in carrier strategic business reviews with key logistics partners, continuously raising the bar on service, process excellence, and sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business AND twelve (12) years of progressive experience in transportation management, logistics, or end‑to‑end supply chain operations
Master’s Degree or higher
Experience in change management, leading global transportation programs and managing outsourced providers.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, GDP and knowledge of managing Dangerous Goods and Medical devices.
Experience with Business Transformation in similar strategic functions, including ERP deployments and/or integrations.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make data‑driven decisions and articulate trade‑offs clearly.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across global, matrixed organizations.
Deep knowledge of transportation technologies, visibility tools, analytics, and best practices across modes and regions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences
Retirement Benefits
Other competitive pay and benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

transportation managementlogisticssupply chain operationschange managementdata-driven decision makingbusiness transformationERP deploymentsanalytical skillsproblem-solving

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementinfluencing skillscollaborationprocess excellenceteam developmentcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply ChainBachelor’s degree in LogisticsBachelor’s degree in BusinessMaster’s Degree or higher