Senior Manager - Global Logistics

Lutron Electronics; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Lutron Electronics is looking for a Senior Manager, Global Logistics in Center Valley, PA, responsible for developing strategies and managing global transportation and logistics networks. The role necessitates optimizing performance, fostering customer-centric teams, and overseeing logistics provider relationships.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 15+ years in logistics, with extensive supervisory experience. Strong negotiation skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in logistics/supply chain industry with hands-on experience in international and domestic freight management.
• Minimum 8 years of supervisory (management) experience.
• Proven experience in carrier negotiations and global contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a global corporate logistics organization across continents.
• Design, implement, and manage global transportation programs.
• Oversee and qualify logistics providers for performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Logistics Optimization

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Lutron Electronics is seeking a proactive, strategic, and relationship-focused Senior Manager, Global Logistics to join our office in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic direction, execution, and continuous improvement of the company’s global transportation and logistics network. You will oversee a corporate logistics team and manage relationships with global logistics partners across all transportation modes to support Lutron’s growth, service, and cost objectives. Reporting into Corporate Operations & Logistics, you will partner closely with Trade Compliance, Customer Service, Sales, Planning, Procurement, and Manufacturing to ensure predictable, compliant, and cost‑effective logistics solutions worldwide.

Responsibilities

Global Logistics Strategy & Leadership

• Lead and develop a global corporate logistics organization across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for global transportation issues, ensuring high service levels and rapid resolution.
• Foster a customer‑centric, performance‑driven team culture with a strong continuous improvement mindset.

Transportation Network Management

• Design, implement, and manage global transportation programs supporting:
  • Raw material inbound flow
  • Intercompany transfers
  • Outbound customer orders
• Optimize logistics performance across all modes: small parcel, road, air, ocean, and warehousing.
• Develop procedures and KPIs to monitor service, cost, and reliability across the global network.

Partner & Contract Management

• Oversee the qualification, selection, and ongoing performance management of international and domestic logistics providers.
• Negotiate global transportation contracts and procurement agreements to deliver cost savings and service improvements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, customs brokers, and third‑party logistics providers.

Systems, Processes & Quality

• Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Execute Total Quality Management (TQM) processes within logistics operations.
• Ensure standardized, scalable logistics procedures across regions and functions.

Trade Compliance Collaboration

• Work closely with Global Trade Compliance to ensure full customs compliance and adherence to import/export regulations.
• Align logistics execution with compliance requirements while minimizing risk and controlling costs.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Customer Service, Sales, Sales Operations, Planning, Procurement, and Manufacturing to improve workflow and efficiency across corporate offices, distribution centers, and shipping locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in logistics/supply chain industry with hands‑on experience in international and domestic freight management.
• Minimum 8 years of supervisory (management) experience, direct or indirect.
• Experience implementing and leveraging Transportation Management Systems.
• Proven experience in carrier negotiations, global contract management, and network optimization.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 35% of the time.

You will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Aff… We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.