North America Logistics Operations Lead

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

On-the-job training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to lead inland logistics activities across North America, including last-mile, truck, and rail transport. You will collaborate with internal teams, partners, and carriers to ensure timely, cost-efficient execution and carrier performance.

In this role, you will forecast capacity, guide WW VPCs, and drive cross-functional improvement initiatives—implementing Nissan and WW IT projects while managing carrier onboarding and risk

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in planning and directing operations.
• 3+ years experience managing the employee lifecycle (interviewing, hiring, performance, promotions).
• Understanding revenue drivers and efficiency standards to deliver positive financial results.
• Familiarity with SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S and visual factory management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Forecast capacity, align resources, and partner with Sales, Vehicle Operations, and stakeholders to meet delivery targets.
• Lead the implementation of Nissan and WW digital/IT projects to improve logistics and customer experience.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding of new carriers, ensuring compliance with Nissan requirements.
• Collaborate with SCM, Quality, IS/IT, and Finance to drive continuous improvement and enhance system connectivity and performance.

Skills

Operations planning

People management

Diagram interpretation

Financial acumen

Lean manufacturing

MRP/ERP

MS Office

Driver's license

Job description

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to lead inland logistics activities across North America, including last-mile, truck, and rail transport. You will collaborate with internal teams, partners, and carriers to ensure timely, cost-efficient execution and carrier performance.

In this role, you will forecast capacity, guide WW VPCs, and drive cross-functional improvement initiatives—implementing Nissan and WW IT projects while managing carrier onboarding and risk