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About Virginia Transformer

At Virginia Transformer, we're not just manufacturing custom transformers — we're building power solutions that move the world. As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on momentum, innovation, and grit.

If you love the precision of operations, the challenge of global coordination, and the energy of a fast-moving supply chain — this is your track. Every shipment matters, every detail counts, and every team member plays a vital role.

Summary

Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
• Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
• Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
• Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
• Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
• Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.