Logistics Operations Head

Company: American President Lines
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 26, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:559874Houston Tx, USLogistics Operations HeadCEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?Pay range: $186,000.000YOUR ROLEAccountable for providing strategic business planning, leadership and direction for divisional logistics solutions. Responsible for providing solution-based leadership for developing and implementing regional as well as supporting global logistics initiatives focused on new business development for key strategic customers, including re-engineering business opportunities, systems, cost improvements and operational efficiencies that support the company's overall corporate objectives of unity, revenue growth and profitability and customer satisfaction through operational excellence. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, ISO guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Responsible for the P & L of the logistics operations and achievement of targeted levels of revenue/margin against new and existing business.
• Develop and manage budgets at or above targets for all areas of financial responsibility.
• Support the development of short, intermediate and long-term business development strategy for key customers.
• Develop relationships with and provide executive-level customer interface in support of strategic account planning and development.
• Provide consultation, guidance, leadership and strategic direction to executive management, sales and the logistics senior management team regarding the development and implementation of global logistics initiatives focused on new business development, re-engineered business opportunities, systems, cost improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Work corroboratively with business unit management, sales and staff to review new business and proposed re-engineered business operations and systems to analyze the feasibility of projects, critical success criteria, and develop ROI (return on investment) business justification studies.
• Provide consultation and over-site of projects from inception through delivery, ensuring completion of the project objectives on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Design and deploy customer-specific, engineered operational solutions, including both material handling and information technology components.
• Develop customer relationships and ensure that customer service and operational levels within global responsibilities are being maintained.
• Provide guidance in the development of KPI (Key Performance Indicators) metrics.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, ISO guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?Education / ExperienceMinimum:
  • Minimum 12 to 15 years related experience in a senior management role.
  • Minimum ten years industry experience.
  • Minimum ten years supervisory or managerial experience.Preferred:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field or an equivalent combination of work experience and completion of the LDP Program.Characteristics
      • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
      • In-depth experience in financial management of a department, station or region (P & L, balance sheet, forecasting, and budgets) to effectuate return on investment.
      • Experienced in directing and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures, metrics, and regulatory compliance (both domestic and international).
      • PC Literate. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific applications.
      • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.Travel: Travel is required at least 40% of the time and is approximately 70% within the U.S. and 30% outside of the U.S.WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.ABOUT TOMORROWWe value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.#LI-AM1CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
        
        Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
        Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
        Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
        401(k) with company match.
        Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
        Tuition reimbursement program.
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