Team Leader / Manager Jr (for NAM transportation)

Join a dynamic global logistics team at Hitachi Energy. You will lead a team of 7-10 transportation specialists. Your team manages end-to-end shipments across North America, Europe, and Asia. You will work closely with factories, vendors, and logistics partners. This role sits at the heart of our supply chain operations. You will grow as a people leader and operational expert. You will develop skills in international trade, customs, and logistics strategy. You will influence cross-functional teams across multiple business units and countries. This is a high-visibility role with direct impact on business performance. You will have the autonomy to define processes, drive improvements, and shape the team's future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a results-driven mindset. If you thrive in complex, fast-paced environments, this role is for you. @@HD@@ How you'll make an impact@@/HD@@ • Lead and mentor a team of 7-10 logistics professionals to meet annual goals. • Monitor key performance indicators: on-time delivery, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability. • Define and standardize procedures to ensure efficient transportation execution. • Manage relationships with logistics service providers and handle escalations as needed. • Coordinate all parties involved: buyers, vendors, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and customers. • Drive adoption of logistics systems and tools to improve team efficiency. • Manage multicultural stakeholders across multiple industries and countries, including Europe, Asia, and North America. • Lead the customs clearance process for shipments in Mexico, the US, and Canada. • Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly logistics reports and proactively adjust plans when needed. • Propose and lead continuous improvement initiatives with an end-to-end approach. • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience in international transportation or logistics operations. • Proven experience leading and developing teams. • Strong knowledge of customs processes and international trade regulations. • Experience coordinating multicultural stakeholders across different countries and time zones. • Proficiency with logistics management systems and digital tools. • Fluent in English and Spanish; additional languages are a plus. • Excellent communication and influencing skills in a cross-functional environment. • French speaking is a plus. • Ability to travel up to 15% within NAM region. Apply now Current employees apply here