District Director (21934)

PGL (Perimeter Global Logistics); Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a District Director to manage transportation and logistics operations, ensuring high client satisfaction and operational excellence. This role involves overseeing teams, developing logistics strategies, and enhancing process efficiency. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the logistics sector, strong leadership skills, and the ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and customers.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in a 3PL/Freight Forwarding role.
• Industry-related degree or certification required.
• Strong understanding of logistics and transportation principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics operations and resolve transport issues.
• Manage District Managers and collaborate across departments.
• Direct inbound and outbound logistics operations.

Skills

Active listening

Personnel management

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Complex problem solving

Education

Industry-related degree/certification

Tools

ERP

CRM

Logistics software

Spreadsheets

Job description

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Position Purpose

To meet or exceed the expectations of our clients, each and every time we are of service to them. To respond quickly and proactively to challenges, in order to facilitate a quick and positive solution. To unselfishly perform any job related task with a positive attitude and a high degree of accuracy. To help fellow team members in your department as well as other departments when they may need it. To build strong working relationships with our present client base.

Description

Position Purpose

To meet or exceed the expectations of our clients, each and every time we are of service to them. To respond quickly and proactively to challenges, in order to facilitate a quick and positive solution. To unselfishly perform any job related task with a positive attitude and a high degree of accuracy. To help fellow team members in your department as well as other departments when they may need it. To build strong working relationships with our present client base.

General Tasks

• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports, or customer issues.
• Oversee District Managers and Domestic Operations Directors in formulating standardized SOPs for customers.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
• Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, or training or safety records.
• Supervise the work of logistics specialists, planners, or schedulers.
• Direct inbound or outbound logistics operations, such as transportation or warehouse activities, safety performance, or logistics quality management.
• Direct or coordinate comprehensive logistical or reverse logistical functions for product life cycles, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, recycling, reuse, or final disposal of resources.
• Responsible for Vendor and Carrier Management including but not limited to contract and rate negotiation for domestic carriers and suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers or customers to improve supply chain efficiency or sustainability.
• Direct distribution center operation to ensure achievement of cost, productivity, accuracy, or timeliness objectives.
• Negotiate transportation rates or services.
• Manage the RFQ Process including zone tariffs for all service levels.
• Analyze financial impacts of logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, or carriers.
• Recommend optimal transportation modes, routing, equipment, or frequency.
• Monitor import/export processes for compliance.
• Participate in carrier management processes.
• Develop risk management programs for supply continuity.
• Plan or implement improvements to logistics systems or processes.
• Analyze all aspects of logistics for cost-effectiveness.
• Create policies or procedures for logistics activities.
• Communicate transportation info to improve efficiency and quality.
• Establish or monitor logistics performance metrics.
• Implement customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure carrier compliance with policies.
• Train shipping personnel in global logistics strategies.
• Review transportation reports for efficiency and environmental impact.
• Other freight management and transportation tasks as assigned.

Sales Tasks

• Enhance new customer setup process.
• Oversee onboarding for national accounts with SOPs.
• Resolve sales and service complaints.
• Oversee regional sales staff.
• Work with HR on staffing, training, and performance programs.
• Assist in devising solutions for client needs.
• Determine competitive pricing.
• Review operational reports for sales and profitability.
• Monitor customer preferences for sales focus.
• Prepare and approve budgets.
• Plan advertising and gather client info.

Qualifications
Education and Experience
Years of Experience: 7-10 years in a 3PL/Freight Forwarding role
Education: Industry-related degree/certification

Knowledge
Principles of transportation, customer service, management, production, safety, personnel, electronics, training, mathematics, economics, and accounting.

Skills
Active listening, personnel management, communication, critical thinking, time management, complex problem solving, coordination, judgment, performance monitoring, reading comprehension.

Abilities
Oral and written comprehension, problem sensitivity, deductive and inductive reasoning, near vision, speech clarity, recognition, and expression.

Tools

• Computers, telephones, software tools like ERP, CRM, logistics software, spreadsheets.

Technology

• Compliance, email, ERP, MRP, CRM, logistics software, Office applications.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other