National Manager - Vehicle Logistics Planning

About GLOVIS America Inc. GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third\-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customer's products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies. Summary The National Manager \- Vehicle Logistics Planning will lead the end\-to\-end planning strategy across finished vehicle logistics for Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, and a growing portfolio of Emerging Accounts. This role goes beyond traditional logistics planning by integrating demand forecasting, network optimization, and performance management into a single, data\-driven function. You will shape how demand signals translate into executable logistics plans, ensuring the right vehicles move through the right network at the right time, while balancing cost, service, and capacity. This is a high\-impact leadership role responsible for driving planning excellence, improving forecast accuracy, and enabling faster, smarter operational decisions. Compensation $142,000 \- $162,000/Per Year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection) Responsibilities * Strategic Leadership \& Organizational Development * Lead and integrate Logistics Planning, Demand Planning, Performance Management, and Customer Service into a unified function aligned with corporate objectives * Establish a culture of data\-driven decision making, accountability, and continuous improvement * Build and develop a high\-performing team with strong capabilities in forecasting, analytics, and operational planning * Set clear performance expectations, coaching leaders to deliver measurable business outcomes * Demand Planning \& Forecasting Excellence * Own the end\-to\-end demand planning process, including volume forecasting, allocation planning, and scenario modeling across multiple OEMs and customers * Improve forecast accuracy and bias reduction through advanced analytics, historical trend analysis, and cross\-functional alignment * Translate demand signals (sales plans, production schedules, market dynamics) into actionable logistics plans * Lead S\&OP/IBP alignment with key stakeholders to ensure planning assumptions are realistic and executable * Network Planning \& Optimization * Oversee vehicle flow planning and network design, balancing port capacity, rail/truck routing, and delivery timelines * Identify and execute opportunities to optimize throughput, reduce dwell time, and improve asset utilization * Drive capacity planning strategies to support volume growth, seasonality, and market shifts * Evaluate and implement scenario\-based planning models ...