Senior Manager, Global Logisitics

YETI Coolers, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

YETI is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Logistics to lead the global inbound ocean freight operations, optimize costs, and drive performance across a worldwide supplier network. You will partner with Finance, Sourcing, and IT to improve forecasting, reporting, and system capabilities, ensuring product availability and supply continuity.

The role requires extensive experience in ocean freight, carrier management, and cross‑functional leadership, with a track record of improving service and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, Operations, or related field required; master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight management experience.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Strong experience managing global ocean freight operations and carrier relationships.
• Advanced analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Experience cross-functionally with Finance, Planning, Sourcing, and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and performance of global inbound ocean transportation operations from origin to destination.
• Oversee transportation providers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners for service level compliance.
• Manage escalations related to shipment delays, port disruptions, and capacity constraints.
• Drive proactive risk mitigation to maintain inventory flow and supply continuity.
• Own strategic relationships with freight forwarders and transportation service providers.
• Develop transportation forecasts and monthly, quarterly, and annual freight reporting.

Skills

Ocean freight

Carrier relations

Analytics

Budgeting

Cross-functional

TMS

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Tools

TMS Software

ERP Systems

Job description

At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.

About the Role

The Senior Manager, Global Logistics is responsible for leading YETI's global inbound transportation network, with primary accountability for ocean freight operations, carrier management, transportation financial planning, and logistics performance optimization. This role drives the development and execution of transportation strategies that ensure product availability, service reliability, cost efficiency, and supply chain resilience across a global supplier network. The position partners closely with Supply Planning, Procurement, Finance, Sourcing, Operations, and third-party logistics partners to manage inbound freight capacity, optimize transportation costs, improve transit performance, and support long‑term network strategy. The role also leads transportation‑related continuous improvement initiatives and analytics.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the execution and performance of global inbound ocean transportation operations from origin to destination.
• Oversee transportation providers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to ensure service level compliance and operational excellence.
• Manage escalations related to shipment delays, port disruptions, capacity constraints, and transportation exceptions.
• Drive proactive risk mitigation strategies to maintain inventory flow and supply continuity.
• Own strategic relationships with freight forwarders, and transportation service providers.
• Conduct regular business reviews, including performance, service reliability, capacity commitments, and financial results.
• Support annual ocean freight sourcing events in conjunction with procurement
• Manage contracted and spot‑rate programs while identifying opportunities to optimize transportation spend.
• Develop and maintain transportation financial reporting, including freight spend, forecast accuracy, accruals, budget performance, and cost trends.
• Partner with Finance and Accounting on monthly, quarterly, and annual freight forecasting processes.
• Perform variance analysis and provide executive‑level insights on transportation costs, market dynamics, and financial risks.
• Establish reporting frameworks and dashboards that improve visibility into logistics performance and transportation costs.
• Lead ocean capacity planning activities in partnership with carriers, logistics providers, and internal planning teams.
• Create and maintain transportation forecasts to ensure adequate capacity during peak and seasonal demand periods.
• Evaluate transit performance and recommend network improvements that enhance service levels and inventory productivity.
• Support strategic transportation network planning and long‑term logistics optimization initiatives.
• Lead transportation‑related improvement initiatives that increase visibility, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with IT, Finance, and Operations teams to enhance transportation management systems, reporting tools, and freight payment processes.
• Drive process standardization and KPI development across global logistics operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, shipment visibility, ETA accuracy, and logistics productivity.
• Lead and develop a team of logistics professionals responsible for transportation planning, carrier operations, and freight analytics.
• Build organizational capability through coaching, performance management, and talent development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, Operations, or related field required; master’s degree preferred
• Greater than ten (10) years of progressive transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight management experience.
• Greater than five (5) years of management experience.
• Strong experience managing global ocean freight operations and carrier relationships.
• Advanced analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Finance, Planning, Sourcing, and Operations teams.
• Expertise with transportation management systems (TMS), freight reporting tools, and ERP environments.
• Consumer products, retail, or manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Experience managing global transportation networks across Asia, Europe, and North America preferred
• Knowledge of ocean freight market dynamics, carrier contracts, and global trade practices preferred

YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. YETI Applicant Privacy Notice YETI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for a job, please contact us at [e-mail].

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