Senior Manager - Global Supply Chain & Logistics

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Global Logistics Manager at TARGAN is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and execution of global logistics operations. This role ensures that complex equipment, components, consumables, and service-related shipments move efficiently, compliantly, and reliably across domestic and international supply chains. This position will manage all logistics partner relationships including carriers, customs brokers, and 3PL warehouses.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Global Supply Chain & Procurement
  • Develop and execute global supply chain and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, manufacturing requirements, commercial growth, and international expansion.
  • Lead purchasing, sourcing, supplier selection, supplier qualification, and supplier relationship management for components, fabricated parts, equipment, consumables, and operational materials.
  • Establish and maintain a reliable, cost-effective global supplier network, including domestic and international suppliers, distributors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and contract manufacturers.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, lead times, and service-level expectations to optimize total cost of ownership, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.
  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to identify alternate sources, qualify new suppliers, resolve component availability issues, and mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Develop supplier performance metrics and scorecards to monitor quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness, and compliance, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, improved purchasing terms, and process standardization without compromising quality or operational performance.

• Materials Planning & Inventory Management

  • Oversee material planning, purchasing schedules, replenishment strategies, and inventory controls to support production schedules, system deployments, and field service requirements.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance to improve demand forecasting, material requirements planning (MRP), inventory accuracy, and working capital management.
  • Establish appropriate inventory policies, reorder points, safety stock levels, and lead-time assumptions for critical components, spare parts, and consumables.
  • Monitor material availability, supplier capacity, long-lead-time items, and potential shortages; proactively develop mitigation plans to minimize production and customer disruptions.
  • Maintain accurate ERP purchasing, supplier, lead-time, inventory, and planning data to support reliable operational decisions.
  • Coordinate procurement and inventory requirements for new product introductions, engineering changes, production ramp-ups, and international deployments.

• Global Logistics & Trade Compliance

  • Lead inbound and outbound transportation and international logistics for capital equipment, machine components, spare parts, consumables, demonstration units, and service materials.
  • Manage relationships and performance of freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, crating providers, specialized equipment handlers, and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses.
  • Negotiate freight rates, logistics contracts, service agreements, and shipping terms to balance cost, speed, reliability, and customer requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable import/export regulations, customs documentation, Incoterms, tariff classification, duties, and country-specific trade requirements.
  • Coordinate international shipping and customs clearance across global markets, including Latin America (LATAM), Europe, Oceania, and Asia, as well as other regions supporting TARGAN’s business.
  • Establish shipping standards, documentation requirements, shipment tracking, and delivery controls to support reliable equipment installations and customer service.
  • Resolve transportation disruptions, customs holds, documentation errors, shipment damage, and urgent service-part requirements to minimize operational and customer impact.
  • Oversee 3PL warehouse performance, including inventory visibility, storage, order fulfillment, shipment accuracy, and service responsiveness.

• Operational Excellence & Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs, including procurement savings, supplier on-time delivery, material availability, inventory turns, inventory accuracy, freight costs, transportation performance, and customer delivery reliability.
  • Develop dashboards, reporting, standard operating procedures, and scalable workflows to improve visibility, accountability, and consistency across procurement, planning, and logistics.
  • Manage supply chain budgets, analyze spending trends, forecast costs, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
  • Collaborate with Finance on purchase commitments, cost tracking, inventory valuation inputs, and working capital initiatives.
  • Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Field Service, Commercial, and Finance to align supply chain priorities with business needs.
  • Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring supplier, material, inventory, and logistics issues.
  • Build processes that support increased production volumes, global expansion, and the reliable deployment and servicing of TARGAN systems.
  • Foster a culture of proactive communication, continuous improvement, supplier accountability, and disciplined execution.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Global Supply Chain Management: Ability to manage interconnected procurement, materials planning, inventory, and logistics activities across domestic and international operations.
• Strategic Procurement & Negotiation: Demonstrated ability to negotiate favorable commercial terms, develop sourcing strategies, and manage supplier relationships.
• Supplier Performance & Risk Management: Ability to evaluate supplier capabilities, monitor performance, mitigate supply disruptions, and develop alternate sourcing options.
• International Logistics & Trade Compliance: Strong knowledge of global transportation, customs clearance, import/export documentation, Incoterms, and international shipping requirements.
• Materials & Inventory Planning: Experience with MRP, demand forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment planning, and long-lead-time components.
• Financial & Analytical Acumen: Ability to analyze costs, manage budgets, evaluate total cost of ownership, and use performance data to drive decisions.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Ability to influence stakeholders across Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, and Commercial teams without relying solely on direct authority.
• Process Improvement: Proven ability to establish scalable processes, improve ERP data integrity, standardize workflows, and strengthen operational controls.
• Execution & Accountability: Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Global Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with international suppliers, logistics partners, customers, and internal teams across multiple time zones.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Operations, International Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing, materials planning, logistics, or related operations; experience in a manufacturing or engineered-products environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing global procurement and supplier relationships, including sourcing, commercial negotiations, supplier performance, and supply risk mitigation.
• 5+ years of experience with international shipping, importing, and exporting, including shipments to or from Latin America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia.
• Experience managing freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, specialized freight providers, crating vendors, and 3PL warehouse relationships.
• Strong understanding of import/export documentation, Incoterms, customs clearance, tariff classification, and applicable international trade compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting complex equipment, engineered products, custom-fabricated components, capital equipment, spare parts, or technology-based systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MRP, purchasing, demand planning, inventory management, supplier lead times, and production material requirements.
• Experience analyzing procurement and logistics costs, supplier performance, inventory metrics, and operational trends to identify and implement improvements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and familiarity with MRP, transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or freight management platforms.
• Experience managing supplier contracts, purchase orders, and commercial agreements; familiarity with manufacturing cost structures and working capital management preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across functions, geographies, and levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, respond to operational disruptions, and drive results in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed inside a flex space building consisting of offices, open desk space, laboratory, machine shop, and a manufacturing floor. Level of noise is usually quiet in the office environment and temperature controlled. Noise levels are elevated in the warehouse space where temperatures can vary depending on the outside elements and weather. Travel up to 10% of time may be required.

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions for which reasonable accommodation will be made. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.