Global Logistics Field Operations Leader (Travel 50%)

NBMBAA; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 146,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may beAuthorized

Job summary

3M is seeking a Logistics Field Operations Manager to lead export logistics across manufacturing sites and consolidation networks. You will oversee Field Operations personnel, drive consistent processes, and liaise with sites, providers, and corporate teams to resolve issues and improve service performance.

The role requires a strong background in logistics/ops, with leadership experience and collaboration across functions. Expect travel up to 50% and on-site work at Maplewood, MN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, Operations Management.
• Five (5) years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operational management.
• Two (2) years of experience leading teams and managing operational performance.
• Three (3) years of experience working with third-party logistics providers and transportation partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics field operations supporting export execution across manufacturing locations and consolidation networks.
• Lead Field Operations personnel, support plant export operations, and drive consistent execution of logistics processes.
• Serve as a key liaison between manufacturing sites, logistics service providers, transportation partners, and corporate logistics teams to resolve operational issues and improve service performance.
• Lead operational workstreams related to strategic logistics initiatives, process improvements, network optimization, and systems implementations.
• Travel up to 50% to support operational execution, site engagement, provider management, and business initiatives.

Skills

5 years logistics/ops experience

2 years leading teams

3 years with 3PL/providers

Analytical and problem‑solving skills

Communication and decision‑making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, Operations Management

High School Diploma

Job description

3M is seeking a Logistics Field Operations Manager to lead export logistics across manufacturing sites and consolidation networks. You will oversee Field Operations personnel, drive consistent processes, and liaise with sites, providers, and corporate teams to resolve issues and improve service performance.

The role requires a strong background in logistics/ops, with leadership experience and collaboration across functions. Expect travel up to 50% and on-site work at Maplewood, MN.