Director of Logistics, Robert Half

Director of Logistics

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Eden Prairie

Category:

Logistics

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Director of Logistics will lead and optimize logistics operations while overseeing end-to-end project management, team leadership, and client relationship management. This position will focus on driving efficiency, improving processes, and contributing to revenue growth and cost reduction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 3PL, distribution, fulfillment, and supply chain management, with proven expertise in carrier relations, routing, and procurement.

Job Responsibility:

Provide leadership by mentoring and motivating team members to achieve project goals and meet key milestones
Oversee daily workload distribution, ensuring appropriate coverage and prioritization of tasks
Demonstrate financial acumen by creating and presenting reports on project financials, including budgets, forecasts, and margin optimization
Oversee vendor and carrier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of goods
Ensure accurate fulfillment and distribution, oversee inventory process, including daily analysis, inbound and outbound management, and discrepancy resolution
Own the full project lifecycle, including onboarding, planning, execution, and completion of multiple simultaneous projects
Manage project scopes, timelines, budgets, and deliverables while proactively addressing scope changes and risks
Lead internal and external project meetings, providing clear updates on progress, challenges, and solutions
Create and maintain project documentation, including processes, procedures, and reporting
Identify and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize performance
Act as a key liaison with executive leadership, providing regular updates on department performance and strategic initiatives
Foster collaboration across departments to align logistics operations with overall business objectives

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred
6+ years of experience in logistics project management, 3PL, distribution, fulfillment, and supply chain operations
Proven experience leading and managing 5+ direct reports in a logistics or supply chain environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant business applications
Knowledge of TMS, WMS, and other logistics-related systems
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
Expertise in carrier relations, routing strategies, and vendor management
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments

What we offer:

Profit sharing
401k match, automatically vested
Health
Dental
Voluntary Life
STD
LTD

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 24, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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