Intl Logistics Operations Lead

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

Job Description:

Title

Logistics Field Operations Manager

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Logistics Field Operations Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• 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.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, Operations Management.
• Five (5) years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operational management.

AND

• High School Diploma
• Eight (8) years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operational management.

AND

• 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.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience supporting international transportation and export operations.
• Project management and change management experience.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification.
• Experience developing performance metrics and operational scorecards.
• Experience leading cross‑functional strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and decision‑making skills.

Work location:

Work On‑Site at least 4 days a week in Maplewood, MN

Travel:

May include up to 50% domestic

Relocation Assistance:

May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well‑being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $145,676 - $178,049, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned.

All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.