What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Operations Manager position at Wallenius Wilhelmsen?
Overview
Logistics Operations Manager
See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero- emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen.
The Logistics Operations Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for inland logistics activities across North America, including last-mile, truck, and rail transportation. This role serves as the primary liaison between internal departments, external partners, carriers, contractors, and OEM stakeholders to ensure alignment and efficient execution. The position is also responsible for managing carrier and contractor performance across cost, service, capacity, communication, claims support, and on-time delivery reliability.
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.
WHEN YOU JOIN US
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well-being. Our industry-leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well-being, we’ve got you covered.
We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries. Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.
Logistics Operations Manager
See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero- emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen.
The Logistics Operations Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for inland logistics activities across North America, including last-mile, truck, and rail transportation. This role serves as the primary liaison between internal departments, external partners, carriers, contractors, and OEM stakeholders to ensure alignment and efficient execution. The position is also responsible for managing carrier and contractor performance across cost, service, capacity, communication, claims support, and on-time delivery reliability.
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead efforts to meet and exceed wholesale delivery targets by forecasting capacity, aligning resources, and partnering with Sales, Vehicle Operations, and key stakeholders. Provide daily direction to WW VPCs across North America to ensure accurate vehicle revenue recognition for Nissan.
- Lead the implementation of Nissan and WW digital/IT projects to improve logistics, streamline workflows, and enhance customer experience while ensuring seamless integration across Nissan systems and teams.
- Manage the end-to-end onboarding of new carriers, ensuring compliance with all Nissan requirements and minimizing operational risk.
- Partner with SCM, Quality, IS/IT, and Finance to achieve business objectives, drive continuous improvement, strengthen cross-functional relationships, support TMS implementation, manage carrier audit responses, and improve system connectivity, compliance, and operational performance.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- 5-7 years in planning and directing operations
- At least 3 years experience managing the employee lifecycle including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions, development, terminations, and moves
- Skill at interpreting diagrams and repair manuals
- Understand revenue drivers and efficiency standards to deliver positive financial results
- SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S, and visual factory management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel software applications
- Clean driving record, ability to drive manual and automatic transmissions
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety-first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.
WHEN YOU JOIN US
At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well-being. Our industry-leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well-being, we’ve got you covered.
- Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well-being including medical, dental and vision
- Secure your financial future with an industry-leading company-matching 401(k) plan
- Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Explore career development with access to on-the-job training
- Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!
We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries. Together, we are building resilient, connected, data-driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.