Ashland

Global Director, Logistics & Network Optimization

US-Remote · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

Stakeholder ManagementSAPOperations ManagementSupply ChainLogisticsPerformance ManagementCustomer SupportLeadershipVariance Analysis

About the role

Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting?
Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better?
Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?

Design and continuously optimize the global logistics network (plants, warehouses, DCs, 3PLs, lanes, modes)
Lead network modeling and scenario analysis to balance service, cost, inventory, and risk
Optimize cost-to-serve by customer, lane, product, and BU, partnering closely with Finance
Drive structural improvements (e.g., footprint rationalization, mode shifts, regionalization, postponement strategies)

12+ years progressive leadership in global logistics, distribution, or supply chain network roles
APICS Certification is required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Management with 8 years of experience

Deep experience managing 3PL-led logistics networks and performance governance
Hands-on experience operating within SAP (S/4HANA strongly preferred)
Track record of delivering structural cost and service improvements, not just tactical wins

The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued.

industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued.
People come to Ashland and stay.
As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization.
Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company.
If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit.
Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.

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