Senior Manager, Regional Logistics Sourcing, North America

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Manager, Regional Logistics Sourcing, North America to join our Logistics Sourcing team. In this role, you will execute the global logistics sourcing strategy at a regional level by leading tenders, managing supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement, contributing to optimized cost, service performance, and sustainability outcomes. You will report to the Director, Logistics Sourcing & Sustainability. This role is based in the United States or Canada, with flexible (hybrid) working options available depending on location and includes approximately 25 % travel within North America.

Responsibilities

• Execute global logistics sourcing strategies across North America through regional and market‑area tenders aligned with the global roadmap.
• Lead regional contract negotiations and supplier implementations, ensuring agreed services, rates, and operating models are successfully deployed.
• Manage and develop regional supplier relationships within the LSP pool, acting as a key interface between sourcing and operations.
• Own supplier performance management, including KPIs, review cadence, and escalation handling.
• Drive continuous improvement in service quality, cost optimisation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support operational excellence across logistics activities.
• Ensure compliance with global sourcing guidelines, data standards, and reporting requirements while maintaining accurate system data.
• Monitor market trends, identify supplier gaps, and support Business Areas with sourcing needs, including escalation to global teams where required.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in logistics procurement or logistics operations.
• Proven experience running regional tenders, leading negotiations, and implementing logistics suppliers.
• Strong expertise in supplier performance management, cost drivers, and identifying improvement opportunities through data.
• Experience working with sourcing and logistics tools, with a strong focus on data accuracy and quality.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural, matrix organisation.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and align sourcing strategies with operational needs.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Purpose‑led work: Contribute to enabling sustainable modern life and transforming the industry.
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing programmes, occupational healthcare, and supportive services.
• Rewards: Competitive compensation and performance‑based incentives.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options to support balance and productivity.
• Growth: Learning pathways, mentoring, internal mobility, and global collaboration opportunities.
• Culture: A caring, collaborative, and inclusive workplace committed to helping you thrive.

Compensation

For positions that may be performed in Ontario, the expected salary range is $120,000–$140,000 CAD per year. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on skills, experience, and role‑related qualifications. Compensation for roles performed outside Ontario will be determined in accordance with applicable local laws and market conditions.

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

Metso is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.