Global Logistics Manager

Overview
Global Logistics Manager at 3M. This role enables visibility, performance management, and process optimization across 3M’s global logistics operations.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As the Global Logistics Manager, you will develop standardized scorecards and operational cadence routines, lead process engineering, digitization, and cost-efficiency initiatives across end-to-end air, ocean and consolidation center operations. You will partner with cross-functional stakeholders and external logistics providers to translate complex data into actionable insights, streamline processes, and ensure global alignment with business objectives.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues worldwide and make a measurable impact by monitoring logistics performance and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Lead operational cadence routines (weekly, monthly, quarterly) with global and regional leadership.
Map, standardize, and simplify logistics and transportation processes to drive efficiency, scalability, and digital enabling.
Develop and deploy digital tools and dashboards (e.g., Power BI) to improve visibility of inbound freight spend, load factors, detention & demurrage (D&D), consolidation center costs, and productivity metrics.
Oversee execution of global logistics strategies, ensuring alignment with operational and business roadmaps.
Support global logistics cost-of-quality initiatives.
Drive development of operational and strategic plans in collaboration with distribution, transportation, finance, procurement, and trade compliance.
Lead training and change management to ensure user adoption of new global tools and processes.
Track project savings, CO2 reduction, and performance metrics, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business Administration and/or Supply Chain/Logistics related fields.
Minimum seven (7) years of combined experience in Logistics/Transportation, Supply Chain, Business Operations, Strategy, Process Improvement and/or Project Management in a private, public, government or military environment.
Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects, process standardization, and business reviews.
Solid understanding of supply chain/logistics operations, data flows, and logistics cost structures.
Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), with experience creating executive-level presentations and summaries.
Strong project management skills, including familiarity with PMO processes, portfolio governance, agile methodology, and related tools.
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) with demonstrated success driving continuous improvement and change management initiatives.
Ability to navigate and manage complex, matrixed environments across multiple organizational layers and geographies.
Excellent communication, storytelling, and change management skills to influence executive and global stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to derive insights from complex transportation and capacity data.
Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with capacity for proactive learning, process improvement, and driving organizational change.
Experience with logistics systems and platforms (ERP, TMS, WMS) and data visualization tools (Power BI, Excel).
Prior experience in consulting, operational excellence, or digital transformation is a plus.
Additional Details
Work location: Woodlands, Singapore. This role has an on-site working model, with the employee working at least four days a week in the office at 3M. Travel: Up to 10% domestic/international. Relocation Assistance: No authorized. Worker Type: Permanent.
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