Oracle Cloud Principal Logistics Commercial & Network Design Program Manager

Oracle
Nashville, TN, United States
24 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel Artificial Intelligence Cloud Computing Data Centers Network Planning and Design Oracle (Applications) Power BI Cloud Services SQL Databases Tableau (Software) Data Analytics Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Working closely with Supply Chain and Design Engineering teams, will be responsible for leading the supply chain product lifecycle activities.

The OCI Supply Chain Organization is responsible for delivering the global logistics network that powers Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. The Orders & Logistics team manages transportation strategy, carrier operations, freight execution, and cross-functional supply chain programs that enable the timely deployment of cloud infrastructure across Oracle’s global data center footprint.

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Order Fulfillment / Logistics Program Manager to lead strategic transportation operations and global logistics initiatives supporting OCI’s rapidly expanding infrastructure network. This role serves as a transportation subject matter expert, driving operational excellence across domestic and international freight movements while partnering with cross-functional organizations to deliver scalable transportation solutions.

The successful candidate will have deep expertise in transportation management systems, carrier management, logistics operations, supplier performance, and end-to-end program management. This position plays a key role in supporting OCI’s accelerated growth, large-scale infrastructure deployments, and continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven decision-making and AI-enabled analytics., Logistics Network Design

  • Assess multi-procurement supply chain models and identify optimal logistics network solutions.
  • Design commercially and operationally scalable solutions that support Oracle’s hyper-scale growth.
  • Apply best-in-class logistics practices and innovative thinking to network design.
  • Lead implementation and successful delivery of complex logistics solutions.

Cost Control

  • Maintain financial control and visibility across transcontinental, parcel, warehousing and freight spend.
  • Analyze supplier charges, rates, surcharges, volumes and service mix to identify variances and cost leakage.
  • Reconcile invoices and identify recovery, savings and renegotiation opportunities.
  • Provide recurring reporting and scenario analysis on trends, exceptions, financial exposure and corrective actions.
  • Support stakeholders with commercial insight, including analytical support for logistics activities.

Freight Tariff Management and Control

  • Review and approve supplier quotations against agreed tariffs, service requirements and contractual terms.
  • Challenge unsupported, exceptional or non-compliant charges.
  • Maintain an auditable approval trail for material pricing exceptions.
  • Benchmark supplier rates across lanes, modes and services to assess competitiveness and support negotiations to drive cost-reduction opportunities.

MSA and Contract Business Development

  • Develop and maintain SOWs, SOPs and contractual frameworks for key freight suppliers.
  • Define clear scope, service levels, pricing principles, responsibilities, controls and performance expectations.
  • Drive consistent commercial and operating standards across multiple providers.
  • Support local requirements, risk management, capacity planning and contractual updates.
  • Identify and drive continuous supplier performance and service improvement opportunities.

Supplier Program Management

  • Coordinate initiatives across a multi-supplier supply chain.
  • Standardize program governance, processes and supplier management activities.
  • Coordinate supplier scorecards and performance tracking.
  • Lead and align quarterly business reviews across suppliers.
  • Ensure cross-supplier initiatives are consistently managed and executed., Success in this role will be measured by:
  • On-time delivery performance for critical OCI infrastructure shipments.
  • Successful execution of transportation support for large-scale global deployments.
  • Effective integration and performance management of transportation carriers.
  • Improved transportation cost efficiency and carrier performance.
  • Increased visibility and operational control through Oracle Transportation Management.
  • Efficient execution of reverse logistics transportation programs.
  • Successful delivery of cross-functional transportation initiatives.
  • Increased automation, predictive analytics, and AI-driven insights supporting transportation operations.

Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.

True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That’s why we’re committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain operations, or global freight management.
  • Experience managing domestic and international transportation networks supporting large-scale technology or manufacturing operations.
  • Deep knowledge of transportation management systems, preferably Oracle Transportation Management (OTM).
  • Experience supporting global data center, cloud infrastructure, or high-tech supply chains is highly desirable., * Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) subject matter expertise.
  • Strong understanding of domestic and international freight operations, carrier management, and transportation planning.
  • Experience with reverse logistics and asset recovery operations.
  • Proven program management experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience collaborating with Finance, IT, Trade Compliance, Tax, Procurement, and Operations organizations.
  • Strong commercial negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
  • Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or comparable business intelligence tools.
  • Experience applying AI and automation technologies to improve logistics operations and decision-making.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority in a fast-paced, global environment.

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