Logistics Operations Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IL

About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
Description
If you have experience in managing transportation and logistics services, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our St. Louis, Missouri location, you will be responsible for leading a motivated group of global logistics personnel as they manage the logistics service providers aligned with Copeland's global logistics strategy. Through collaboration with business units supply chain as well as sales & operations leaders, develop & implement strategic initiatives to improve cost, on-time delivery, and reliability. The Global Senior Logistics Manager works with our Copeland business unit operations, Copeland's Logistics Operations Team and third-party logistics providers to ensure Copeland's logistics operations are reliably executed
This role is ideally based in our St. Louis, Missouri location; however, consideration will be given to highly qualified candidates not in St Louis.
As the Global Senior Logistics Manager, you will:

• Manage Copeland's global transportation strategy
• Lead a global team that executes global sourcing activities using a standard sourcing process
• Strong communication, analytical and leadership to drive continuous improvement
• Deal with ambiguity, think critically, to deliver solutions in support of operational excellence
• Implement transportation strategy utilizing Copeland's global transportation management system
• Oversee and/or execute the data analytics required to enable continuous operational improvement and alignment with Copeland's business system
• Work closely with business unit Logistics and Supply Chain Leaders across the corporation to identify mode specific cost savings opportunities and implement long term, sustainable solutions to improve supply chain performance

Required education, experiences & skills:

• Bachelor's degree in business, transportation, supply chain, or related field or equivalent experience
• At least 10 years' experience in logistics or transportation management with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strategic relationships with global and regional logistics providers
• Global Experience
• Demonstrate an ability to drive operational change by working and excelling in a team environment
• Demonstrate an ability to interact across all levels of management within and outside the organization
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential
• Appropriate communication skills to ensure proper communication with Copeland leadership as well as local plant operations
• Relentless pursuit of root cause identification and resolution
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Strong project management skills including analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Management experience is required
• Position requires regional and international travel (30%)

Preferred education, experiences & skills:

• MBA
• Manufacturing Experience

Why Work in St. Louis, Missouri
Our facility is located in St. Louis, famous for its Gateway Arch standing at 630 feet tall. St. Louis is a family-friendly, historic metropolitan area with a low cost of living and first-class schools. The city offers excellent restaurants, shopping areas, art galleries, and numerous festivals throughout the year, making this an exciting place to live and work.
About Our Location
Our location is the host of Copeland's corporate headquarters. Our products have become household names that support the comfort and well-being of our customers. The employees at this location provide support to the various businesses within the platform, allowing for many networking opportunities across businesses.
Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:
This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.
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Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future-for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity - and the power - to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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