Director of Logistics

u003cp class= 'p1 'u003eJOB DESCRIPTION:u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p2 'u003eu003cstrongu003eDirector of Logisticsu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eThe Director of Logistics is responsible for Domestic and International Freight, company-owned andu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003ethird-party Distribution Centers, as well as Corporate Inventory Control. The role combines hands-onu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eoperational leadership with ownership of end-to-end supply chain processes, technology, andu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eperformance. This leader partners cross-functionally and cross-regionally to ensure the logisticsu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003enetwork delivers on time with industry-leading cost efficiency.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eRecruiting, training, accountability, and staff development are essential drivers of success. The idealu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003ecandidate demonstrates a proven ability to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuousu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eimprovement within a fast-paced environment, combining strategic vision with the willingness to diveu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003einto the details to advance that vision.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p1 'u003eKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eDomestic u0026International Logisticsu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Lead all domestic and international freight operations, ensuring reliable, on-time, and cost-u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eoptimized delivery.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Accountable for freight Pu0026L performance across all serviced stores and distribution centers.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Manage carrier and forwarder relationships, execute RFPs, negotiate rates, enforce routingu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eguides, and resolve service issues quickly and effectively.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Oversee international container flow, booking management, drayage, port performance, andu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003ecustoms compliance.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Continuously monitor internally managed lanes to ensure industry-leading cost performanceu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eby comparing to supplier rates, industry benchmarks, and regular market quotes.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Regularly evaluate vendor-delivered lanes to identify supply chain optimization opportunitiesu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eand convert to internally managed lanes when cost savings exist.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Lead the development and implementation of systems and technology that enhance efficiency,u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eimprove transparency, and support enterprise-wide supply chain excellence.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by driving robust training, talent development,u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eand meaningful employee engagement.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Collaborate with leadership across the supply chain and across regions to drive performanceu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eimprovements and share best practices.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eDistribution Centers and Corporate Inventory Controlu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Responsible for full distribution center Pu0026L results.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Direct day-to-day performance of company-owned DCs to achieve industry-leading costu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eefficiency while ensuring safe operations and on-time/in-full delivery.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Oversee third-party DCs, holding 3PL partners accountable through KPIs, operational reviews,u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eand clear performance expectations.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Guide DC leaders and frontline teams to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and driveu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003econsistent high-level execution.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Ensure strong hiring pipelines, training programs, and workforce development to supportu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003estable and productive operations.• Minimize shrink by ensuring proper product handling and maintaining high inventory accuracyu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003ethrough rigorous cycle counts, prompt claim resolution, disciplined process adherence, andu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eregular reconciliation of store and DC inventory.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Lead the development and adoption of systems and technology that enhance efficiency andu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eadvance operational capabilities.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Collaborate with leadership across the supply chain and across regions to drive performanceu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eimprovements and share best practices.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p1 'u003eREQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field isu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003erequired.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• 7+ years of progressive logistics or supply chain leadership experience, including directu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003emanagement of distribution center operations.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Proven success in:u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eu003cspan class= 's2 'u003eou003c/spanu003e Leading and developing high-performance teams.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eu003cspan class= 's2 'u003eou003c/spanu003e Establishing efficient processes to deliver best-in-class business results.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003eu003cspan class= 's2 'u003eou003c/spanu003e Creating a culture of continuous improvement.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'p3 'u003e• Prior experience with food distribution is preferred.u003c/pu003e ', 'location ': 'Whitestone, NY ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'NC149-2750721

Created: 2025-12-22