Director Transportation Center of Excellence (m/f/x)

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Director of the Global Transportation Center of Excellence (CoE)

Reporting to the VP of Global Logistics and Distribution, the Director of the Global Transportation Center of Excellence (CoE) leads a high impact team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Project Managers that shapes the future of transportation capabilities for a fully outsourced global network. This senior leader defines global standards, drives innovation and continuous improvement, and ensures consistent performance across all modes and regions in close partnership with regional logistics organization - the primary internal customers of all CoE programs and initiatives.

The role requires a strategic leader with deep transportation expertise, strong knowledge of regulated healthcare supply chains, and the ability to influence across a complex, global matrix. The Director ensures that the CoE delivers best in class solutions that enhance service, optimize cost, improve sustainability, and enable scalable growth.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

• Strategic Leadership
• Capability Development
• Network Strategy & Design
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Team Leadership
• Performance Management

Your Skills and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in transportation management, logistics, or end to end supply chain operations, with significant exposure to outsourced/carrier networks.
• Proven track record in change management, leading global transportation programs and managing outsourced providers.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, GDP and knowledge of managing Dangerous Goods and Medical devices.
• Experience with Business Transformation in similar strategic functions, including ERP deployments and/or integrations.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities, with experience building and leading diverse, global teams.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make data driven decisions and articulate trade offs clearly.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across global, matrixed organizations.
• Deep knowledge of transportation technologies, visibility tools, analytics, and best practices across modes and regions.
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate vision into actionable plans and to drive change and adoption.
• Results oriented, with a focus on delivering measurable impact in service, cost, quality, resilience, and sustainability.
• Innovative mindset and ability to challenge the status quo.
• Strong communication and presentation skills at executive level.

Work Location

Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid eligible)

Travel

May include up to 25%

Legal Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Supporting Your Well-being

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

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, civil status, disability, family status, or membership of the travelling community.