Manager, Continuous Improvement Global Logistics Operation

Purpose& Overall Relevance for the Organization: 

Execute hands-on process improvements in Global Logistics, focusing on transportation efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time reduction. Serve as the project leader for CIP initiatives, working closely with operations team & carrier management team to implement solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process Analysis & Opportunity Identification

• Conduct deep-dive analyses of shipment data to pinpoint inefficiencies (e.g., high-cost lanes, underutilized carriers).
• Audit logistics processes to identify waste (time, cost, resources).
• Benchmark different transportation modes by weight/urgency and recommend optimal mode shifts (BEP calculation dashboard).

Project Execution

• Lead specific CIP projects, such as:
  • Operational process revisit
  • Cost reduction initiatives
  • Delivery performance improvement
• Pilot new technologies (e.g., dynamic routing tools, freight visibility platforms).

Data & Reporting

• Build cost-savings models to contribute to entire transportation spend
• Track and report project-specific KPIs to measure the success of the projects
• Support the Senior Manager in preparing executive updates on CIP progress.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work with carrier management team and operations team to test new routes/service improvements.
• Train operations team on process changes
• Resolve operational roadblocks to ensure smooth and better day to day operation

Continuous Improvement Advocacy

• Facilitate root-cause analyses (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams) for recurring issues.
• Document standard work procedures for optimized processes.

Key Relationships:

• Regions, Markets, Sales Subsidiariesglobally
• Global Logistics, Supply Cain Management & Sourcing & factories in origin

• Finance, Controlling, Performance Management, Global IT
• Global Logistics Service Provider & Carrier Portfolio

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• 5+ years in logistics/transportation, with 2+ years in CI/operations improvement.
• Hands-on experience with freight audit, route planning, and logistics analytics.
• Proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma (Green Belt+), with a focus on waste reduction.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Power BI, analytic tools or similar tools.
• Ability to influence without authority and drive change in operations.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations, or related field.
• Six Sigma Green Belt (mandatory); Black Belt training a plus.