Director of Logistics

Our client (via the Mobius Talent Network) is seeking a Director of Logistics to lead end-to-end logistics, distribution, and supply chain execution across domestic and international operations.

The role focuses on optimizing cost, service levels, inventory accuracy, and scalability while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to align logistics strategy with business objectives.

• Develop and execute logistics and distribution strategy to meet service, cost, and scalability targets.
• Oversee transportation, warehousing, inventory control, and order fulfillment across multiple regions.
• Manage carrier, freight forwarder, customs broker, and 3PL relationships to ensure performance and cost optimization.
• Establish and track KPIs and SLAs for on-time delivery, freight spend, inventory accuracy, and fulfillment efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce transportation costs, optimize routing, and improve warehouse productivity.
• Align with Supply Chain and Operations on demand planning to maintain inventory availability and reduce stockouts/excess.
• Implement and optimize logistics technology (TMS, WMS, ERP integrations) and related analytics.
• Ensure compliance with domestic/international shipping regulations, trade laws, and safety standards.
• Create contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and risk exposure.
• Prepare and manage logistics budgets, including freight forecasting and cost controls.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a distributed logistics and distribution team; manage external partners.
• Provide executive-level reporting on performance, risks, and improvement initiatives.

• Deep expertise in logistics management, transportation planning, and distribution operations.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain optimization, inventory management, and cost control methodologies.
• Experience negotiating carrier contracts and managing freight procurement strategies.
• Advanced knowledge of TMS, WMS, ERP systems, and logistics analytics tools.
• Proven leadership managing large, distributed teams and third-party providers.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data for decision-making and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of international shipping, customs compliance, and trade regulations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred: 8–12+ years in logistics/supply chain/operations leadership.
• Preferred industry experience: manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, consumer goods, or industrial distribution.
• Preferred: demonstrated success scaling logistics infrastructure in rapid growth.
• Preferred certifications: CSCP, CLTD, Six Sigma, or PMP.
• Preferred education: Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business or related (Master’s preferred).
• Preferred: experience leading digital transformation initiatives in logistics.

• Talent network posting (Mobius Talent Network); not a single guaranteed position at one specific company.
• Reporting line may be to COO, VP of Operations, or Chief Supply Chain Officer.
• Fast-paced environment with complex supply chain requirements.
• Multi-site logistics and distribution network, potentially including global operations.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, IT, and Customer Service.
• May manage internal teams and external logistics partners.
• Applicants join a candidate network for current and future opportunities; may receive resume/job search feedback; contacted when a matching live role becomes available.