Global Logistics Team Lead

iHerb Inc.; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

iHerb Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Global Logistics Team Lead to direct the US and Canada carrier network and drive cost-efficient, customer‑focused shipping solutions.

You will partner with transportation vendors and cross‑functional teams to optimize end‑to‑end delivery, monitor KPIs, and guide a geographically distributed team toward consistent, high‑quality delivery experiences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a logistics role with global/d2c experience.
• Experience improving delivery networks and carrier cost efficiency.
• Strong vendor negotiation and contract review skills.
• Ability to lead a geographically distributed team across time zones.
• Proven track record in data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-efficient, customer-focused shipping solutions for US/Canada.
• Own end-to-end delivery experience, including visibility and delay notifications.
• Track vendor performance metrics and US KPIs.
• Guide Global Logistics to ensure consistent delivery improvements.
• Drive US delivery projects, risk mitigation, and outcomes.
• Mentor junior team members on processes and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with vendors to enable growth.
• Develop new delivery programs for assigned lanes.

Skills

Logistics leadership

D2C logistics

Vendor management

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

MS Office proficiency

Contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or logistics

Tools

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Irvine, California, United States of America Corporate R106898 Posted 26/08/2026

For A Better You
At iHerb, we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member, we’ll empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career.
We constantly strive for innovation, while transforming and improving the online shopping experience for our customers. We believe that individually we are incredible, but when we come together, our growth is infinite. In an industry that is constantly evolving, we are on a mission to make an impact on the global market, and the individual and collaborative efforts of our people are paramount to helping us succeed.
Whether you work in one of our logistics centers, technology hubs, corporate offices or even from home, your role at iHerb will take you beyond what’s expected, turning challenge into change. If you're ready for it, we want you to join our team.

Job Summary

The Global Logistics Team Lead - US partners with the Global Logistics management to lead execution and strategy across the U.S. and Canada carrier network. This position leads the U.S. Logistics team to continuously improve the carrier portfolio by developing and improving delivery solutions for outbound direct-to-consumer delivery solutions in the US and Canada market. This position also acts as the key liaison with transportation vendors as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive further logistics efficiencies and delivery related experience.

Job Expectations

• Lead the development of cost- efficient, competitive and customer experience-focused shipping solutions that balance customer experience, cost and operational efficiency
• Own and support continuous improvement of the end-to-end delivery experience, including estimated delivery promise, shipment visibility, predictive modeling for shipment delay and notifications and logistics related experience.
• Develop, refine, and track vendor performance metrics and internal US specific KPIs
• Provide guidance, direction and feedback to Global Logistics team to drive execution excellence and consistent delivery experience improvements
• Lead to drive US delivery projects, risk mitigation, and deliverables
• Oversee training junior team members to ensure consistent understanding of processes, systems, and compliance requirements, etc.
• Serve as subject matter expert demonstrating in-depth knowledge of market, culture, logistics-related regulations and policies, clearance procedures, and carrier capabilities
• Build and maintain strong relationship with vendors to resolve delivery related issues and identify opportunities for projects/initiatives to achieve mutual growth
• Develop new, progressive, and creative delivery programs/products throughout the assigned shipping lane(s)
• Set-up new and continually improve existing processes for the assigned lanes and carriers.
• Perform research, gather, and analyze data for assigned lanes and projects, and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Actively identify and scope new opportunities to improve how we serve customers and business processes
• Maintain and audit TMS vendor rates and routings, lead times, pick-up times, logos, VAT, tracking mapping, and shipping content
• Proactively investigate beyond surface-level issues to uncover root causes and implement long-term, systemic solutions that prevent recurrence and improve delivery reliability and efficiency.
• Seek improvements in processes between the Global Logistics team and its internal and external partners
• Perform audits, comply with internal compliance process, review logistics processes and support contract process with the Leadership team when needed
• Perform site visit at carrier’s facility and attend in person team meeting when required
• Support assigned projects when needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Experience in enhancing delivery networks for direct to consumer shipping solutions to improve transportation cost, speed, and customer experience
• Experience working in an e-Commerce environment and deep understanding of the D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) landscape
• Proven track record in complex carrier negotiations including contract review
• Applies sound judgment and experience to plan and execute effectively, balancing cost, speed, and customer experience trade-offs.
• Ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders to design and implement new analytical models and tools, enabling data-driven decisions and optimize cost, service, and delivery experience
• Strong project management experience including managing complex project goals, providing timely project updates, etc
• Ability to coordinate and guide the work of the team of a geographically distributed team across different time zones while fostering a positive environment for the team members
• Ability to analyze and evaluate complex information to identify optimal solutions
• Strong vendor management experience to drive success for the end consumer
• Experience with training and developing team members
• Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office software including Google Docs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.

Experience Requirements

Generally requires a minimum of 7+ years of experience in a logistics environment with deep knowledge of transportation economics and supply chain.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business or logistics or in a related field required or equivalent work experience.

Judgment/Reasoning Ability

Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise and diplomacy. Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills, and determine when to elevate issues, as required, in a timely manner.

Equipment Knowledge

• Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office software including Google Docs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.

Physical Demands

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, bend, stoop and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

• Professional, yet casual work environment
• Office / Warehouse environment
• Work closely with global teams across multiple regions; flexibility in working hours may be required

Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is 90,000-92,000 USD. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.