Logistics Manager EU

Company Overview

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. is the global leader in thermoset resins. Through a broad range of thermoset technologies and specialty products, Hexion serves and supports customers in a diverse range of applications and industries. Hexion materials are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living. At Hexion, we believe that leadership begins with integrity, ethics and environmentally sound operations. When you work for Hexion, you are partnering with a company that is not only focused on delivering value but on doing it in a safe, ethical and environmentally responsible manner.

Position Overview

In the role of Logistics Manager – Europe you will lead and optimize logistics and procurement operations across Europe and Marine activities. This role is pivotal in enhancing Hexion’s competitive edge by delivering operational excellence, cost efficiency and compliance across all logistics modes. 

Job Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Lead end-to-end logistics operations across truck, rail, barge, air and marine transport., 
• Manage external warehouses, terminals, and transload facilities.
• Oversee Global Marine logistics activities.
• Drive logistics tenders, contract transitions, and supplier onboarding.
• Develop and maintain standardized logistics processes, workflows, and performance metrics (ISO-certified).
• Champion a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary liaison between Logistics, Business, Site Operations, Customer Service, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Procurement Leadership

• Translate business and supply chain requirements into actionable logistics strategies.
• Lead sourcing strategy, tendering, and contract negotiations for freight forwarding air transport, terminals, and warehouse services.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key logistics suppliers.
• Provide insights on market trends, emerging logistics technologies, and best practices.

Trade Compliance

• Manage EU customs licenses and procedures (AEO, end-use, Excise, etc.).
• Act as the primary contact for customs authorities and consultants.

Business Partnership & Performance

• Lead performance reviews with logistics service providers, driving continuous improvement in cost, service, and reliability improvements.
• Represent logistics performance in SIOP/S&OE meetings.
• Deliver monthly logistics performance reports and actionable insights to business and operations teams.
• Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to align logistics with business needs.
• Conduct strategic “deep dives” on assigned logistics modes to identify efficiency and innovation opportunities.

Key Relationships:

• (Global) Supply Chain Service
• EU Business & Finance teams
• Commercial Management Teams
• Core carrier(s), Freight Forwarders and Logistics Service Providers
• Site Logistics

Competencies

Strategic Focus

• Demonstrates business acumen and proactively identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Balances strategic vision with hands-on operational leadership.

Collaboration & Trust

• Builds strong partnerships across functions and geographies.
• Encourages open communication and facilitates collaborative decision-making.

Personal Leadership

• Challenges the status quo and drives innovation.
• Leads by example, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Results Orientation

• Demonstrates persistence and resourcefulness in achieving goals.
• Leads change initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 10years’ experience managing multi-modal logistics operations.
• Background in supply chain and logistics management
• Experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry preferred
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and financial skills.
• Proven success leading change and influencing across matrixed organizations. 
• Minimum 5 years of SAP experience and logistics systems
• Minimum 5 years of Marine bidding experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Knowledge of hazardous materials shipping and regulatory compliance.

Other

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have current satisfactory work performance and in most cases, have been in your current role for 18 months.

Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet, or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.