The Logistics Leader is responsible for overseeing the efficient movement, storage, and distribution of goods to ensure logistics operations run smoothly, cost-effectively, and on schedule. This role drives supply chain performance by coordinating transportation, warehousing, and external commerce activities while supporting Annual Operating Plan (AOP) objectives. The Logistics Leader partners with internal and external stakeholders to maintain high service levels, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This position also leads and develops a logistics team while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across the supply chain.
Why This Role Matters
Drives efficient logistics operations that support business performance, customer service, and AOP goals.
Ensures the timely and cost-effective flow of raw materials and finished goods across the supply chain.
Maintains compliance with transportation, import/export, and warehousing regulations while promoting safe operations.
Strengthens relationships with logistics partners and internal teams to improve reliability, service, and operational effectiveness.
What You Will Do
Oversee import and export processes for finished goods and raw materials to support external commerce operations.
Develop and execute transportation strategies that ensure timely and cost-effective distribution.
Lead warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory management, and product dispatch activities.
Monitor logistics budgets and expenses while maintaining targeted service levels and operational performance.
Manage relationships with customs brokers, carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics service providers.
Lead, coach, and develop the logistics team while ensuring compliance with safety, legal, and transportation standards.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and fluency in written and spoken English.
9+ years of experience managing transportation, distribution centers, and external commerce operations, including 3+ years leading teams.
Experience working within matrix organizations and multinational companies, with strong expertise in external commerce, warehousing, and distribution.
Knowledge of import/export regulations and SAP Transportation Module, combined with strong analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, and results-oriented capabilities.
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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- 9+ years managing transportation, distribution centers, and external commerce operations
- 3+ years leading teams
- Experience in matrix organizations and multinational companies
- Knowledge of import/export regulations
- Experience with SAP Transportation Module
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, and results-oriented capabilities
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company match, and some materials describe automatic contributions and matching that can meaningfully boost savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage commonly spans medical, prescription, dental and vision, paired with wellness resources such as the GoodLife program and an EAP.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions typically include paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, with family medical leave and adoption assistance highlighted in benefits descriptions.
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Insights
What We Do
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 72,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities in 23 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.
