Director of Transportation

The Director, Global Logistics will be responsible for developing and executing transportation strategies, managing carrier relationships, and driving cost-saving initiatives. This role involves leading cross-enterprise strategic initiatives, leveraging technology for continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with logistics management principles and practices.

Additional Information

The travel for this positions is 10%

• Supply Chain Strategy Execution: Implement the Supply Chain strategy and manage 3PL providers to meet customer needs.
• 3PL Partner Selection: Provide input during the selection of 3PL partners and embed performance knowledge into future selections.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Identify issues and drive improvements across the Supply Chain through resolution sessions.
• Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement and ensure organizational buy-in.
• Vendor Management: Support vendor onboarding, assess vendors, and manage SLAs and KPIs.
• Performance Monitoring: Define and implement scorecards, manage financial metrics, and monitor vendor performance.
• Relationship Building: Foster relationships with service providers and lead performance meetings.
• Governance and Auditing: Establish processes to monitor vendor performance and support business reviews.
• Logistics OTIF Ownership: Perform root cause analysis and implement action plans for deviations.
• 3PL Footprint Management: Identify needs for adding or eliminating 3PLs and support procurement processes.
• Process Improvement: Lead projects to enhance logistics processes and implement advanced technologies.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to logistics management principles and applicable regulations.
• Warehouse Management: Evaluate and optimize warehouse space and implement S&OPs.
• Freight Bill Audit: Own logistics cost control and develop best-in-class tools and processes.
• Transportation Strategy: Develop and execute strategies, manage budgets, and lead cost-saving initiatives.
• Carrier Relationships: Build and maintain relationships with carriers, manage contracts, and ensure compliance.
• Cross-Enterprise Collaboration: Work with various stakeholders to optimize logistics processes and drive execution.
• Cost Efficiency: Identify and deliver cost efficiencies and manage logistics budgets.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Ensure programs are in place for strategic suppliers and provide updates to leadership.
• Industry Leadership: Represent the company in areas like omni-channel fulfillment and international trade.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have Bachelor's Degree or higher in business, supply chain and logistics
• Must have eight (8) years of experience working in transportation, logistics or supply chain

Preferred Qualification:

• Have at least a Master's Degree or higher in Business
• Must have five (5) years of leadership experience
• Have working experience in transportation operations, logistics, or supply chain management
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Have experience working in leadership role(s), supervising other, or leading teams
• Have proficiency in logistics software and system
• Have five (5) years of experience in supply chain with focus on distribution centers, Fulfillment centers and regional Hubs
• Have working experience with contract negotiation and management
• Have working experience with data analysis and reporting
• Have experience with strategic sourcing and optimization
• Have experience building/editing Dashboards in Tableau or similar software
• Have experience with LEAN certification/Six Sigma training
• Have experience working in multidivisional, matrix and regional working environment