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Network Planning & Cost Definition Team - Manager

Irvine, CA, USA

Job Description

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customer's products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary
The Manager, Network Planning & Cost Definition serves as a strategic project and analytics leader responsible for coordinating major network planning, infrastructure development, and cost-definition initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Team (HOT), this role leads a team of analysts, ensures project execution remains on schedule, identifies risks and dependencies, and translates analytical findings into decision-ready recommendations for leadership. The position acts as a bridge between executive strategy and day-to-day execution across key initiatives including network expansion, port development, and business growth projects.

Compensation

$89,000 - $113,000 yearly salary range. (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Responsibilities

Lead execution of major Network Planning & Cost Definition initiatives such as port expansion and future network growth projects.

Manage and develop assigned analysts, reviewing work products and ensuring quality, consistency, and accountability.

Coordinate cross-functional activities among Commercial, Operations, Corporate Planning, Finance, Consulting, and international stakeholders.

Identify project risks, bottlenecks, dependencies, and resource requirements early; develop mitigation plans and escal

Review cost models, assumptions, business cases, and recommendations before leadership presentation.

Support development of investment packages, red-folder approvals, lease evaluations, and network-planning studies.

Drive project governance, milestone tracking, meeting follow-ups, and executive reporting.

Ensure projects move from analysis to execution with clear ownership and measurable outcomes.

Develop and coach analysts by providing guidance, feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.

Support continuous improvement of reporting, dashboards, and KPI visibility across the Network Planning & Cost Definition function.

Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability within the team.

Assist with annual budgeting, resource planning, and headcount forecasting to support business growth and project demands.

Monitor industry, customer, and market trends and communicate potential impacts on network strategy, capacity planning, and future business opportunities.

Other duties as assigned

Benefits of working at GLOVIS America Inc.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, 14 Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*

All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Skills

• Project leadership and governance
• Financial and operational analysis
• Executive communication and presentation skills
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint
• Basic accounting concepts
• Automotive / Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL)
• Cost modeling and investment analysis

Education & Experience

• 7 - 13 years of direct experience in Finance, Accounting
• 1 - 3 years supervisory experience

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Constant use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Sit for 5+ hours per day
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach over shoulder, kneel, push, pull 1-3 hours per day

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position is located in the Irvine, CAoffice

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.