Senior Supply Chain Specialist

As a Senior Supply Chain & Logistics Leader with over 10 years of experience, you will be responsible for leading global logistics operations and driving innovation across the supply chain lifecycle. Your expertise in hazardous material transport, SAP systems, transportation management, and digital logistics trends will be crucial in this role. Your key responsibilities will include overseeing end-to-end logistics processes such as raw material procurement, production coordination, inventory planning, and outbound shipment execution. You will lead transportation scheduling, carrier management, and freight optimization using advanced tools like Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and AI-driven routing tools. Managing export documentation, customs clearance, and ensuring global regulatory compliance will also be part of your role. Additionally, you will act as the hazmat expert within the organization, ensuring correct classification, packaging, and equipment usage. Integration and optimization of SAP S/4HANA and Elemica workflows for shipment visibility, order tracking, and exception management will be crucial. Collaboration with production, warehouse, and external logistics partners to ensure on-time, cost-effective, and compliant deliveries is also a key aspect of this role. Utilizing digital twin and IoT technologies for real-time shipment tracking and equipment status monitoring, supporting operational continuity, and driving sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint will be part of your responsibilities. Participation in QA/QC testing of materials and oversight of lab documentation for outbound/inbound quality control will also be required. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of proven experience in logistics, supply chain operations, or material distribution in high-volume industries. Expertise in SAP S/4HANA, Elemica, and advanced Transportation Management Systems (TMS) is essential. Strong knowledge of hazmat regulations, DOT/IATA compliance, and multi-modal shipping is required, along with demonstrated leadership in freight planning, export documentation, and incident management. Familiarity with AI/ML-based forecasting tools, IoT integration, and real-time visibility platforms, as well as strong analytical and communication skills, will be necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, Excel-based dashboards, and logistics KPIs is also expected. DOT certification with current credentials or the ability to pass immediately is required. Preferred qualifications include experience in digital supply chain transformation, data automation, and predictive analytics. A background in Lean logistics, Six Sigma, or sustainable supply chain practices is beneficial. Exposure to blockchain for logistics documentation, control towers, or digital freight platforms, as well as hands-on understanding of warehouse automation and smart packaging systems, would be advantageous for this role.,