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Network Design Manager - Finish Vehicle Logistics
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Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States
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Job Description
The Network Design Manager is responsible managing a team for designing, optimizing, and continuously improving the end-to-end logistics network for finished vehicles. This role ensures cost-efficient, reliable, and scalable transport solutions from manufacturing plants and ports to dealerships or end customers, while maintaining service level targets and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Network Strategy & Design
Develop and optimize finished vehicle distribution networks (plant port yard dealer)
Conduct network modeling and scenario analysis to support new product launches, plant expansions, or market shifts
Design multimodal transportation solutions (road, rail, sea)
Evaluate location strategies for ports, yards, and distribution hubs
2. Cost & Performance Optimization
Analyze transportation costs, lead times, and service performance
Identify cost-saving initiatives through route optimization, consolidation, and modal shifts
Monitor KPIs such as delivery lead time, damage rates, dwell time, and yard utilization
3. Data Analysis & Modeling
Use optimization tools and software (e.g., Llamasoft, SAP TM, OTM, Power BI, Excel modeling)
Perform demand forecasting and capacity planning
Build business cases and ROI analyses for network changes
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Manufacturing, Sales, Procurement, and Regional Logistics teams
Work with 3PLs, ocean carriers, rail operators, and trucking providers
Support contract negotiations with data-driven insights
5. Risk Management & Compliance
Assess risks related to capacity constraints, geopolitical issues, and port congestion
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, safety standards, and OEM requirements
Develop contingency and resilience plans
Location(s)
1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326, United States
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field
8+ years of network design experience for logistics or related experience
Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Strong Excel skills needed
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated change leadership attributes
Employment Type
Full-time
Stellantis
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Additional Job Posting Information
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
