The Network Design Manager is responsible managing a team for designing, optimizing, and continuously improving the end-to-end logistics network for finished vehicles. This role ensures cost-efficient, reliable, and scalable transport solutions from manufacturing plants and ports to dealerships or end customers, while maintaining service level targets and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and optimize finished vehicle distribution networks (plant port yard dealer)
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Conduct network modeling and scenario analysis to support new product launches, plant expansions, or market shifts
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Design multimodal transportation solutions (road, rail, sea)
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Evaluate location strategies for ports, yards, and distribution hubs
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Analyze transportation costs, lead times, and service performance
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Identify cost-saving initiatives through route optimization, consolidation, and modal shifts
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Monitor KPIs such as delivery lead time, damage rates, dwell time, and yard utilization
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Use optimization tools and software (e.g., Llamasoft, SAP TM, OTM, Power BI, Excel modeling)
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Perform demand forecasting and capacity planning
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Build business cases and ROI analyses for network changes
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Partner with Manufacturing, Sales, Procurement, and Regional Logistics teams
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Work with 3PLs, ocean carriers, rail operators, and trucking providers
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Support contract negotiations with data-driven insights
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Assess risks related to capacity constraints, geopolitical issues, and port congestion
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Ensure compliance with trade regulations, safety standards, and OEM requirements
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Develop contingency and resilience plans
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field
8+ years of network design experience for logistics or related experience
Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Strong Excel skills needed
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated change leadership attributes