Job Description

Reporting to the Vice President, Global Operations, the Vice President, Global Materials & Logistics is responsible for developing and executing the enterprise-wide strategy for materials management, logistics, transportation, warehousing, and distribution across the Americas, Europe, and International regions.

This role provides leadership and functional oversight to regional Materials & Logistics leaders and drives end‑to‑end supply chain performance through operational excellence, transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

YOUR IMPACT

Develop and execute the global Materials & Logistics strategy in alignment with enterprise objectives and operational priorities. Provide leadership, direction, and functional oversight to regional Materials & Logistics leaders across the Americas, Europe, and International regions. Serve as a key member of the Global Operations leadership team, contributing to enterprise strategy, business planning, and organizational effectiveness. Build and develop a high‑performing global organization through talent development, succession planning, and leadership coaching.

Lead the optimization of end‑to‑end material flow, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, distribution, and logistics operations across the enterprise. Drive global supply chain transformation initiatives that improve service, cost, quality, efficiency, and resiliency. Establish and deploy standardized processes, operating disciplines, and best practices across the global Materials & Logistics function. Champion the use of technology, analytics, and digital solutions to improve visibility, decision‑making, and operational performance.

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, and key business partners to support operational and business objectives. Lead the material flow council optimizing inventory to manage cash flow and balance operational risk. Provide global leadership for the "Plan for Every Part" (PFEP) process ensuring all elements of the plan support business goals for safety, quality, cost and velocity. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, trade, environmental, and safety requirements across global operations. Establish performance metrics and governance processes to monitor results, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement. Manage functional budgets, resources, and investments to support enterprise priorities and long‑term growth. Provide executive leadership with regular updates and recommendations regarding materials and logistics performance, opportunities, and risks.

Travel required; typically, less than 30%.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fifteen (15) or more years of progressive leadership experience within supply chain, materials management, logistics, operations, or a related field.
• Ten (10) or more years of leadership experience managing large, complex organizations and teams.
• Demonstrated experience leading global supply chain, materials, and logistics operations within a manufacturing environment.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience leading global, multi-region supply chain organizations.
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale transformation, digitization, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Professional certifications such as APICS, CSCP, CLTD, Six Sigma, CSCMP, or equivalent.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to build strategic partnerships and lead through complexity in a global environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following represents general working conditions for this office‑based role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature‑controlled settings. Duties are largely sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting and using a computer and telephone. Visual acuity to operate a computer and read documents is required, along with auditory ability to participate in virtual and in‑person meetings. Occasional movement within the office environment is necessary, including walking short distances, standing, or reaching for files. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

PAY RANGE

$189,800.00 - $370,200.00 (U.S.)

Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people‑first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

EEO STATEMENTS

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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