Regional Logistics Manager, Mobility Group APAC

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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, Shanghai, CHN
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Energy • Manufacturing
We make what matters work.
The Role
Leads APAC inbound and outbound transportation execution, logistics performance, carrier relationships, capacity planning, freight procurement, compliance, risk mitigation, and supply chain resiliency. Analyzes transportation costs, operational metrics, and market trends to drive efficiency and service improvements. Collaborates with global procurement, network planning, operations, trade management, finance, and commercial teams while managing escalations, freight audit processes, carrier implementations, and regional logistics initiatives.
Summary Generated by Built In

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets.

What you’ll do:
  • The Regional Logistics Leader. APAC is responsible for inbound and outbound transportation execution across the assigned APAC region, ensuring reliable, compliant, and cost-effective logistics performance across all applicable transport modes. This role works closely with network schedulers, planners, plants, logistics procurement, global trade management, finance, engineering, quality, operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to support supply continuity, customer delivery performance, freight efficiency, and operational responsiveness.
  • Reporting to the Mobility, Global Logistics Manager, this position serves as the primary regional logistics execution lead for APAC. The role is an individual contributor position with strong matrix leadership responsibilities and close partnership with the global logistics center of excellence, logistics/indirect procurement and regional stakeholders. The position supports freight performance, continuous improvement, regional risk management, freight audit and pay processes, exception resolution, dispute management, and logistics procurement activities within the region.
  • Logistics Operations & Performance Management

- Drive logistics operational excellence across IS APAC by implementing key logistics processes, performance metrics, and compliance requirements, including OTD, cost reduction, and program adherence.

- Support logistics execution readiness by coordinating the transition from network planning to operational execution and managing business-critical escalations.

- Develop and support initiatives that improve logistics efficiency, service performance, and network cost competitiveness.

- Support compliance and shipment terms planning, with close collaboration with trade management & custom teams.                                                                                         

  • Carrier Management & Logistics Capacity Planning

- Build and manage strategic relationships with logistics service providers to help secure competitive cost, capacity, and service advantages.

- Lead and support transportation RFQ activities, carrier implementation, and route transitions to ensure business continuity and operational effectiveness.

- Translate planning requirements into short- and medium-term logistics capacity forecasts to support operational readiness and business growth.

  • Supply Chain Resiliency & Market Intelligence

- Monitor logistics market dynamics, capacity availability, and external factors that may impact cost, service, or supply continuity.

- Identify and mitigate logistics and supply chain risks arising from market fluctuations, geopolitical developments, capacity constraints, or transportation disruptions.

- Provide insights and recommendations to support network planning, business decision-making, and resiliency improvement, including guidance on identified and projected capacity constraints, service risks, and OTD performance.

  • Analytics & Cross-functional Collaboration

- Analyze logistics performance, transportation spending, cost drivers, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.

- Provide regular performance updates and insights to stakeholders, highlighting key risks, trends, and improvement actions.

- Partner with global procurement, network planning, operations, and cross-functional teams to drive logistics optimization, efficiency improvements, and business growth initiatives.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, procurement, operations, or related functions.
  • Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or multinational operating environments is preferred.
  • Exposure to regional supply chain operations, transportation management, or logistics service providers is an advantage.
  • Solid understanding of supply chain management principles, logistics operations, transportation networks, and end-to-end supply chain processes.                                                                                                                   
  • Highly-versed in Customs compliance and Incoterms with regards to International shipping 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate logistics performance, operational metrics, cost drivers, and market trends, identify risks and opportunities, and develop practical business recommendations.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and performance management, with the ability to leverage data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Strong English communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across countries and functions.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, transportation management systems, or supply chain applications is preferred.
  • APICS CPIM, CSCP, or other relevant supply chain certifications are preferred. 
  • Strong learning agility, with the ability to quickly understand new business processes, systems, and supply chain requirements.
  • Demonstrates professionalism and sound judgment, with a commitment to ethical standards and responsible decision-making.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions, cultures, and organizational levels.
  • Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and initiative in driving operational improvements and delivering results.
  • Strong planning, coordination, and execution capability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate ambiguity in a dynamic business environment.
  • Customer-focused and results-oriented, with the ability to balance operational execution and continuous improvement objectives.

At Eaton, we don’t just want to offer you a job, but a journey and experience. Our goal is to give you the space to find that sweet spot where your passion meets purpose.

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Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, procurement, operations, or related functions
  • Solid understanding of supply chain management principles, logistics operations, transportation networks, and end-to-end supply chain processes
  • Expertise in customs compliance and Incoterms for international shipping
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills involving logistics performance, operational metrics, cost drivers, and market trends
  • Proficiency in data analysis and performance management
  • Strong English communication skills
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong planning, coordination, and execution capability
  • Customer-focused and results-oriented approach
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or multinational operating environments
  • Exposure to regional supply chain operations, transportation management, or logistics service providers
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, transportation management systems, or supply chain applications
  • APICS CPIM, CSCP, or another relevant supply chain certification

Eaton Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Eaton and has not been reviewed or approved by Eaton.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, and company‑paid disability, with HSAs/HRAs and wellness programs enhancing access and support.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company matching alongside additional retirement contributions, with some sites also featuring pension and profit‑sharing components.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave for all parents, childbirth leave via short‑term disability for birth mothers, adoption benefits, and subsidized backup care signal strong family‑focused support.

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The Company
HQ: Dublin, Dublin
93,749 Employees
Year Founded: 1911

What We Do

Planes. Hospitals. Factories. Data centers. Vehicles. The electrical grid. These are things people depend on every day. And the companies behind them depend on Eaton to solve some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet. Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently, and more reliably. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 92,000 employees.

Why Work With Us

At Eaton, we make what matters work—creating exciting new power management technologies that keep the world moving every day. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals can reach their full potential—and where they help us reach ours.

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