3M
Overview
Global Logistics Modal Manager at 3M. Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. Responsibilities
Develop and execute global standards and strategies for airfreight, ocean, and parcel modes to balance cost, service, and quality. Own mode-level cost performance, service strategy, and carrier connectivity to enable Transportation Excellence capability across the enterprise. Lead modal policy & strategy development, including policies and standards for airfreight, ocean, and parcel; create strategic content and playbooks to balance cost, service, and quality; lead carrier, route, and mode selection during and outside annual bid cycles. Drive optimization and productivity initiatives (e.g., air-to-ocean conversions, load factor optimization, parcel modal shifts) to achieve financial targets; partner with Finance and Procurement on budgeting, forecasting, and cost variance reviews. Define and own performance strategy at the lane level, ensure provider service delivery meets contracted KPIs across international carriers; lead root cause analysis and corrective action for service deviations. Lead escalation and deviation management with air, ocean, and parcel carriers; develop carrier roadmaps aligned with enterprise EHS, safety, and sustainability targets; drive digital connectivity for real-time visibility, milestone tracking, and emissions reporting. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business (completed and verified prior to start). Ten (10) years of experience in supply chain/logistics, with direct experience managing air, ocean, or parcel modes in a private, public, government or military environment. Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree in Business from an accredited institution. Strong knowledge of carrier procurement, international trade, and transportation operations. Demonstrated success in balancing cost, service, and sustainability goals. Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and analytical skills. Experience leading cross-regional projects and driving performance improvement initiatives. Work location
3M Maplewood (in office at least 4 days/week). Travel
Up to 20% domestic/international travel may be required. Relocation
Relocation assistance may be authorized. Work authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status. Well-being and benefits
3M offers programs to support well-being and competitive pay and benefits; details are provided during the hiring process. Additional information
Chat with Max, our virtual recruiting assistant, at 3M.com/careers. “3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.”
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Global Logistics Modal Manager at 3M. Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. Responsibilities
Develop and execute global standards and strategies for airfreight, ocean, and parcel modes to balance cost, service, and quality. Own mode-level cost performance, service strategy, and carrier connectivity to enable Transportation Excellence capability across the enterprise. Lead modal policy & strategy development, including policies and standards for airfreight, ocean, and parcel; create strategic content and playbooks to balance cost, service, and quality; lead carrier, route, and mode selection during and outside annual bid cycles. Drive optimization and productivity initiatives (e.g., air-to-ocean conversions, load factor optimization, parcel modal shifts) to achieve financial targets; partner with Finance and Procurement on budgeting, forecasting, and cost variance reviews. Define and own performance strategy at the lane level, ensure provider service delivery meets contracted KPIs across international carriers; lead root cause analysis and corrective action for service deviations. Lead escalation and deviation management with air, ocean, and parcel carriers; develop carrier roadmaps aligned with enterprise EHS, safety, and sustainability targets; drive digital connectivity for real-time visibility, milestone tracking, and emissions reporting. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business (completed and verified prior to start). Ten (10) years of experience in supply chain/logistics, with direct experience managing air, ocean, or parcel modes in a private, public, government or military environment. Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree in Business from an accredited institution. Strong knowledge of carrier procurement, international trade, and transportation operations. Demonstrated success in balancing cost, service, and sustainability goals. Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and analytical skills. Experience leading cross-regional projects and driving performance improvement initiatives. Work location
3M Maplewood (in office at least 4 days/week). Travel
Up to 20% domestic/international travel may be required. Relocation
Relocation assistance may be authorized. Work authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status. Well-being and benefits
3M offers programs to support well-being and competitive pay and benefits; details are provided during the hiring process. Additional information
Chat with Max, our virtual recruiting assistant, at 3M.com/careers. “3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.”
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