Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
This is a high‑impact, global logistics role responsible for shaping and executing transportation and distribution strategies across international markets. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to drive continuous improvement, optimize global freight operations, and play a key role in defining the organization’s long‑term logistics strategy while partnering cross‑functionally to support growth, scalability, and customer‑centric outcomes worldwide.Duties & Responsibilities- Develop and implement customer‑centric global transportation and logistics strategies across road, rail, ocean, air, and courier networks, ensuring agility and operational excellence.
- Optimize global distribution routes to reduce transit times, minimize cost, and elevate service levels while demonstrating accountability for end‑to‑end performance.
- Support the selection, negotiation, and ongoing performance of domestic and international carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PL partners, cultivating authentic and collaborative vendor relationships.
- Lead global freight cost‑reduction initiatives through freight optimization, carrier RFQs, route redesign, and process improvements that support innovation and long‑term scalability.
- Oversee daily international and domestic non-manufacturing shipping operations, ensuring the compliant, on‑time, and cost‑effective movement of goods across global markets.
- Monitor freight movements, proactively resolve delays, and manage exceptions involving customs holds, carrier issues, or documentation discrepancies.
- Partner closely with Trade Compliance to mitigate risk and ensure smooth, audit‑ready cross‑border operations.
- Collaborate with Supply Planning, Procurement, Sales, Finance, and Business Operations to enable seamless product flow, supporting organizational priorities in the Utilities & Energy sector.
- Coordinate logistics planning for new product launches, global expansions, or major customer projects, ensuring readiness and operational alignment.
- Track, analyze, and report on logistics KPIs—including freight spend, on‑time delivery, transit performance, and freight claims—to drive data‑backed decisions and accountable performance.
Required Skills & Experience
- Extensive knowledge of global transportation modes, logistics operations, and international trade regulations, with proven ability to manage high‑complexity global environments.
- Strong negotiation experience with freight carriers, 3PLs, and logistics vendors, with an authentic and collaborative approach.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and global shipment‑tracking tools.
- Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting logistics data to support innovation and continuous improvement.
- Exceptional problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional leadership skills—able to deliver customer‑centric solutions in fast‑paced environments.
- Demonstrated accountability in managing both inbound and outbound global logistics operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting domestic and international logistics operations.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience with Oracle EBS R12 ERP (including WMS and MSCA applications).
- Familiarity with TMS applications or equivalent freight‑rating tools.
- Background in logistics supporting technology products or companies within the Utilities & Energy sector.
The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $96,000-175,000 annually. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [email protected].
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
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