Transportation Manager

Carlex Glass Manufacturing; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlex Glass Manufacturing in Troy, MI seeks a Corporate Transportation & Logistics Strategy Manager to orchestrate end-to-end movement of materials for OE and aftermarket businesses. Partner with MP&L leaders to convert strategy into actionable plans and ensure shipments are efficient, compliant, and cost-effective.

You will lead freight spend reviews, bid competitive rates, coordinate with plants and suppliers, and prepare monthly accruals and reporting. Travel up to 75% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related discipline.
• 10+ years in the logistics industry.
• 5+ years within a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Deep knowledge of government regulations impacting supply chains.
• Demonstrated strategic planning and execution capability.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% to Carlex facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short- and long-range logistics strategies across Carlex.
• Manage total logistics spend, performance reporting, and annual freight estimates.
• Direct 3rd-party logistics partners and oversee competitive bids.
• Negotiate transportation and logistics costs; optimize routes with plants and suppliers.
• Define and track KPIs for supply chain performance; launch savings initiatives.
• Submit monthly freight accruals and supervise freight payments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal transportation regulations.
• Provide cost inputs for new production quotes via an inter-company calculator.
• Monitor SOP/EOP milestones and part transfers to adjust networks.
• Oversee trade advisor and broker activities for US import/export compliance.

Skills

Strategic logistics planning

Cost optimization

KPI tracking

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related discipline

Job description

About the RoleAs Carlex’s Corporate Transportation & Logistics Strategy Manager, you will orchestrate the end-to-end movement of materials for both our OE and aftermarket business. You’ll partner closely with MP&L leaders at each Carlex facility to convert strategy into action, ensuring every shipment is efficient, compliant, and cost-effective.A Week in the LifeKick off Monday reviewing freight spend and KPI dashboards; identify savings opportunities and service risks.Midweek strategy sessions with plant MP&L teams and our 3PL to refine routes, capacity plans, and mode mix.Lead competitive bids and negotiate market-appropriate rates with carriers and logistics partners.Align with Manufacturing, Warehouse Operations, and key suppliers to keep product flowing smoothly.Prepare monthly freight accruals and reporting, and approve invoices to close out the week.What You’ll OwnDeveloping and executing short- and long-range logistics strategies across Carlex.Managing total logistics spend, performance reporting, and annual freight estimates for budget planning.Directing 3rd-party logistics partners and overseeing competitive bids to secure best-in-market solutions.Negotiating transportation and logistics costs; optimizing routes in partnership with plants and suppliers.Defining and tracking KPIs for supply chain performance; launching savings initiatives with 3PL and MP&L teams.Submitting monthly freight accruals and supervising freight payment activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Ensuring compliance with applicable State and Federal transportation regulations.Providing cost inputs for new production quotes via an ongoing component and inter-company freight cost calculator.Monitoring SOP/EOP milestones and part transfers to proactively adjust transportation networks.Supervising trade advisor and broker activities to maintain US import/export compliance.Resolving claims and approving relevant invoices as they occur.How Success Is MeasuredService performance vs. target (on-time, damage rates).Year-over-year freight cost optimization and realized savings.Regulatory compliance without exceptions.Accuracy and timeliness of accruals, payments, and financial reporting.Effective collaboration with plant MP&L, Purchasing, Finance, Production, and Shipping/Receiving.QualificationsExperienceBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related discipline.10+ years in the logistics industry.5+ years within a manufacturing or warehouse environment.Other RequirementsDeep knowledge of government regulations impacting supply chains.Demonstrated strategic planning and execution capability.Proven coordination of people and resources across multiple sites.Willingness to work beyond a standard 40-hour week as projects require, including some weekends/holidays.Up to 75% travel to Carlex facilities.Valid driver’s license.Key CompetenciesHands-on problem solver with strong analytical acumen.Customer-focused with sharp tactical execution.Servant leader who influences across functions.Able to partner effectively with Purchasing, Finance, Production, and Shipping/Receiving.