Director, Global Logistics & Transportation

Petmate; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Petmate seeks a Director, Logistics & Transportation to lead our end-to-end logistics and transportation strategy across ocean, air, truckload, LTL, parcel, intermodal, and rail. This role directs import operations, freight procurement, carrier management, and e-commerce logistics to optimize landed cost and service for retail, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer customers.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in logistics leadership, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of improving cost,

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-volume import, transportation, and distribution operations.
• Extensive experience with ocean freight, air freight, domestic transportation, carrier and 3PL management, and freight procurement.
• Strong contract negotiation experience with ocean carriers, domestic carriers, NVOCCs, freight forwarders, 3PLs, and logistics providers.
• Experience managing transportation budgets and delivering cost-reduction strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of domestic and international shipping regulations, including weight limits and hazardous materials handling.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems and logistics software for tracking and reporting shipment data.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and execute Petmate’s end-to-end logistics and transportation strategy.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics across facilities, warehouses, 3PLs, and retailers.
• Negotiate rates and contracts with ocean/air carriers, 3PLs, and freight forwarders.
• Manage budgets and provide accurate freight forecasts for planning.
• Lead Petmate’s Traffic Department and build team capabilities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safe, efficient transportation operations.
• Collaborate with Global Sourcing, Procurement, and Sales to align logistics with business goals.

Skills

High-volume logistics management

Contract negotiations

Leadership

Budget management

Supply chain knowledge

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / International Business / Business Administration or related field

MBA or equivalent advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Transportation management systems

Logistics software

Job description

Petmate seeks a Director, Logistics & Transportation to lead our end-to-end logistics and transportation strategy across ocean, air, truckload, LTL, parcel, intermodal, and rail. This role directs import operations, freight procurement, carrier management, and e-commerce logistics to optimize landed cost and service for retail, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer customers.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in logistics leadership, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of improving cost,