Transportation Technology Director

Transportation Technology And Global Process Owner Director

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military environments to a 3M career.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As the Technology Director, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by : playing a pivotal role in enhancing and optimizing transportation technologies, systems, and visibility platforms within 3M. This position requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of transportation technology, logistics operations and a proven track record of managing complex projects.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating current systems in place (e.g. TMS, visibility platforms : logistics led TRAXX, FourKites, InforNexus), and maintaining strong relationships with technology providers. This role will also involve program management, process reengineering, and the development of training content to support 3M operations.

This position will be a key member of the Global Logistics leadership team leading the Systems strategy, insights and initiatives governance throughout the organization.

Core Responsibilities :

• Evaluate and Identify Gaps
• Assess existing deployments (Four Kites, Infor Nexus, KN EOC under us) across transportation systems to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
• Lead Transportation Technology Strategy & Management :
• Lead the implementation, optimization, and performance of transportation TMS, visibility platforms (Four Kites, Infor Nexus, KN EOC), ML / AI ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational needs.
• Lead systems enabled value creation
• Lead the operationalization and governance of strategic initiatives and priorities and accelerate decision making and resolving barriers to program success
• Enhance Supply Chain Transparency :
• Drive improvements in real-time visibility across the transportation network by leveraging advanced tracking and analytics solutions (e.g., dwell report transportation on time for E2E shipment).
• Partner with DAA organization, logistics operations to build a clear Data Analytics roadmap and deliver one source of the truth.
• Content creation for core reviews
• Effectively create core slides in support of the 3M Logistics and Global Logistics strategy, including Improvement Reviews, BOD and other requested content.
• Create storylines for clarity and alignment across the organization.

Measure System Performance :

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications :

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include :

Work location :

Travel : May include up to 10% domestic / international

Relocation Assistance : May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Expected compensation range for this position is $228,040 - $278,715, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and / or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).