The posting
The Global Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of global ocean transportation and U.S. logistics procurement strategies to ensure the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods across Clarios’ global network.
This role drives strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, transportation governance, freight audit and payment oversight, and logistics compliance programs. Working closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and regional operations teams, the Global Logistics Manager develops solutions that optimize transportation performance, reduce costs, mitigate risk, and support business growth.
The position serves as the global owner for ocean freight sourcing strategies and transportation procurement initiatives, ensuring transportation providers deliver the capacity, reliability, and value required to support Clarios’ global supply chain.
What You’ll Do (Impact Areas)
Global Logistics Strategy & Procurement
- Develop and execute global logistics sourcing strategies that support business growth, operational efficiency, and cost competitiveness.
- Lead transportation procurement initiatives across ocean freight and U.S. logistics operations.
- Align logistics strategies with enterprise supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve transportation performance and enhance supply chain resilience.
Strategic Supplier Management
- Lead negotiations and ongoing management of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with logistics providers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, drayage providers, warehouses, and logistics partners.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Develop supplier governance processes that support quality, service, compliance, and cost objectives.
Ocean Freight Sourcing & Bid Management
- Own the global ocean freight sourcing strategy and annual bid process.
- Conduct market analysis and gather transportation intelligence to inform sourcing decisions.
- Lead RFQ development, carrier engagement, commercial evaluations, supplier selection, and award recommendations.
- Ensure transportation solutions deliver competitive pricing, capacity assurance, service reliability, and long-term value.
- Oversee post-award implementation and supplier onboarding activities.
Transportation Operations & Network Optimization
- Support logistics operations across multiple transportation modes and regions.
- Lead sourcing activities for U.S. and Canadian drayage and port operations.
- Identify opportunities to optimize transportation networks and improve service performance.
- Collaborate with operational teams to implement effective logistics solutions supporting manufacturing and supply chain requirements.
Freight Audit, Payment & Commercial Governance
- Manage freight audit and payment processes to improve billing accuracy, financial controls, and operational visibility.
- Oversee logistics rate card development, negotiation, approvals, maintenance, and governance.
- Ensure transportation pricing structures remain current and aligned with sourcing objectives.
- Leverage transportation data to improve cost transparency and decision-making.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, due diligence requirements, transportation regulations, and trade compliance standards.
- Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, risk assessments, and periodic compliance reviews.
- Develop mitigation strategies for transportation disruptions, capacity constraints, and supplier-related risks.
- Maintain a financially and operationally resilient logistics supplier network.
Continuous Improvement & Business Partnership
- Lead global logistics improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, visibility, and service performance.
- Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Global Metals, Procurement, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
- Drive process improvements through technology, analytics, and automation.
- Challenge existing practices and champion innovative logistics solutions.
What Success Looks Like
- Ocean freight and logistics sourcing strategies consistently deliver cost savings and service improvements.
- Strong supplier relationships drive reliable transportation performance and capacity availability.
- Transportation contracts and rate structures remain competitive and aligned with business objectives.
- Freight audit and payment processes operate accurately and efficiently.
- Logistics providers consistently meet service, compliance, and performance expectations.
- Transportation risks are proactively identified and mitigated.
- Cross-functional stakeholders view Logistics as a strategic business partner.
- Continuous improvement initiatives generate measurable operational and financial value.
- Global transportation networks support business growth while maintaining efficiency and compliance.
Core Competencies
- Global Transportation Strategy.
- Logistics Procurement & Strategic Sourcing.
- Ocean Freight Management.
- Supplier Relationship Management.
- Contract Negotiation & Commercial Acumen.
- Transportation Cost Optimization.
- Financial Analysis & Business Acumen.
- Strategic Thinking.
- Risk Management & Compliance.
- Project Management.
- Cross-Functional Leadership.
- Data Analytics & Decision-Making.
- Communication & Stakeholder Influence.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in international logistics, transportation procurement, supply chain, or related disciplines.
- Strong understanding of international transportation, logistics operations, and global trade practices.
- Proven experience leading logistics provider negotiations and transportation contract management.
- Experience managing transportation sourcing events and bid processes.
- Strong knowledge of freight audit, transportation pricing, and logistics financial management.
- Proficiency with logistics technologies, freight audit systems, transportation management systems, and analytics tools.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a global environment.
Preferred
- Experience leading global ocean freight sourcing programs.
- Knowledge of international shipping markets, carrier networks, and freight forwarding operations.
- Experience with transportation procurement in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Familiarity with customs compliance and international trade regulations.
- Professional certifications such as APICS CSCP, CPSM, CLTD, or equivalent.
- Experience with Power BI, logistics analytics platforms, or transportation optimization tools.
About Clarios:
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF).
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