Sr. Logistics Manager

Job Summary

The Sr. Logistics Manager is responsible for the oversight, management, and strategic planning of facilities operations across Mexico. This includes ensuring all facilities are safe, compliant, efficient, and aligned with company goals. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, maintenance, capital project support, and sustainability efforts, while leading a team and coordinating with internal departments and external vendors to meet operational needs and regulatory requirements in Mexico. The Sr. Manager will also ensure facilities are adequately staffed to support production and logistics and that facility design and operations enable effective product flow and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Staffing & Workforce Alignment

• Ensure facility teams are adequately staffed and trained to support operational requirements, including production and logistics.
• Assess workforce needs and partner with HR to align staffing plans with volume fluctuations, site expansions, and business priorities.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with site leaders to support labor planning, shift coverage, and productivity targets.

Project Management & Space Planning

• Support facility upgrades, expansions, and construction projects in collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Assist with space planning to optimize layouts and support business growth and productivity.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets to ensure efficient execution.

Compliance, Safety & Sustainability

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in Mexico (e.g., NOM standards, environmental and labor regulations).
• Implement and maintain safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Promote environmental responsibility through energy-saving initiatives, recycling programs, and sustainable facility practices.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Manage vendor performance, contracts, and service agreements for maintenance, security, cleaning, and utilities.
• Monitor and control operational budgets and provide input for capital expenditures.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, train, and develop a team of facilities professionals across multiple sites in Mexico.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with HR, Operations, IT, Legal, and Finance teams to support facility-related needs and ensure operational alignment.

Facilities Operations, Maintenance & Product Flow

• Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of facilities across Mexico, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and security to maintain optimal performance.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
• Ensure facility design and layout support efficient product flow and meet production and distribution demands.
• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to identify and resolve facility bottlenecks affecting throughput.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, with 3+ years in a leadership role managing operations in Mexico.
• Strong understanding of building systems and maintenance practices within a manufacturing, distribution, or corporate setting.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, and vendor relationships.
• Familiarity with facility operations that support lean manufacturing or distribution center logistics.
• Knowledge of relevant Mexican health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in CMMS systems and facility automation tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.