Senior Program Lead, Returnable Packaging & Logistics

Rivian; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian in Normal, IL seeks a Lead Program Manager for Returnable Container Operations & Logistics. This hands-on role spans lifecycle strategy, asset control, and 3PL governance to ensure 100% container availability for production.

You will bridge shop floor realities with external partners, driving fleet optimization, maintenance protocols, and loss prevention while mentoring cross-functional teams on-site.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in returnable asset management or container fleet logistics.
• Experience managing 3PL vendors and enforcing KPIs.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee end-to-end lifecycle of returnable packaging assets.
• Lead 3PL vendor relationships, performance, and cost control.
• Develop data-driven container planning and loss-reduction strategies.
• Coordinate with production, planning, and packaging teams on floor operations.

Skills

Leadership

3PL governance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

RFID/GPS

Tableau

PowerBI

Job description

Rivian in Normal, IL seeks a Lead Program Manager for Returnable Container Operations & Logistics. This hands-on role spans lifecycle strategy, asset control, and 3PL governance to ensure 100% container availability for production.

You will bridge shop floor realities with external partners, driving fleet optimization, maintenance protocols, and loss prevention while mentoring cross-functional teams on-site.