North America Logistics Execution Program Manager

NVIDIA AI; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a Logistics Execution Program Manager to lead end-to-end logistics workflows across a growing North America network. You will own secured in-transit execution, drive partner accountability, and optimize transportation, packaging, and equipment utilization.

Responsibilities include developing AI/automation capabilities, leading Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and coordinating with product, engineering, and finance teams to meet service SLAs and support ramp initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in global Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional programs with external partners.
• Experience with SAP TMS and ERP systems.
• Strong data-driven decision making and dashboards for operational reviews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs and projects supporting logistics processes and 3PL performance.
• Lead initiatives from inception to close-out, on time and within scope.
• Present to Executive Management on operational changes and long-term strategies.
• Develop logistics programs including AI/automation capabilities.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements to reduce cost and cycle time.
• Plan capacity and inventory to support product launches and spikes.
• Collaborate on business continuity planning and cross-functional SLAs.

Skills

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Network modeling

Planning & prioritization

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP TMS

ERP systems

Job description

Job Requisition ID JR1999876

Job Category Program Manager

Time Type Full time

NVIDIA has an incredible opportunity in our Global Logistics Execution team to build and lead our end-to-end logistics workflows across a rapidly scaling network! This role will play a critical part in developing our expanding North America logistics network, partnering cross functionally to design and implement scalable processes supporting Mass Production and NPI domestic and cross border material movements.

The Logistics Execution Program Manager owns secured in-transit execution and service reliability, driving partner accountability to meet committed on time delivery through TMS-defined strategies, and optimizing network performance across transportation (dedicated fleet and multi-stop routing), packaging configurations, and equipment utilization. This role supports site readiness and capacity alignment, in addition to using data and technology to proactively identify and mitigate service delays and risks. You will partner with our Command Center of Excellence to reduce delays and dwell times, drive partner accountability, and establish continuous improvement processes, ensuring fast, reliable execution in support of NVIDIA's rapid growth and ramps.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for overseeing operational programs and projects that support logistics processes and partner performance; setting goals and 3PL performance objectives and driving performance improvement activities with suppliers and cross functional teams to assure operations efficiency, speed, and productivity.
• Develop and deliver initiatives and assignments from inception to close-out, on time and within scope and budget. Lead and maintain efficient delivery of all services.
• Develop recommendations and presentations to Executive Management on matters pertaining to operational changes, rule and process updates, incident investigation and response, long term strategies, and engineering project operations impacts.
• Own the development of logistics programs, including building out future AI/automation capability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma tools) to reduce cost, cycle time, failures, and optimization, while increasing capacity and quality.
• Develop capacity planning and inventory strategies based on projected demand to support product launches and seasonal demand spikes, in addition to leading organizational change; ramping new sites and/or lanes, rollout of new systems (TMS, ERP integrations), SOPs, training, and governance.
• Collaborate in the development, implementation, and administration of business continuity plans (disruption mitigation, contingency carriers, accidents, emergencies, inclement weather, natural disasters, and geopolitical events) and business continuity related communication for internal and external partners.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaborators (product, engineering, sales, finance, customer success, global trade, tax, IT, security) to align service SLAs with supplier commercial commitments.
• Evaluate, develop, recommend, and communicate new or revised policies, programs and procedures that impact cross functional operations, including policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), communication protocols, business processes, and development of Key Performance Indicators and reporting.

What We Need To See

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in global Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, ideally within high-tech, data center, or semiconductor industry.
• Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional programs with external partners (3PLs, carriers, brokers). Data Center experience a plus.
• Strong data-driven decision-making: experience with benchmark definition, dashboards, and regular operational reviews.
• Hands-on experience with SAP TMS and ERP systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams and partners.
• Network modeling and high volume FTL road freight experience
• Strong sense of ownership, integrity, and initiative in a collaborative and fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Deep analytical skills with a focus on accuracy, thoroughness, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal, planning, and prioritization skills to run multiple programs and deadlines.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 4, and 176,000 USD - 276,000 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 5, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.