Logistics Director, North America

IFF; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Director to oversee operations across North America. This role involves strategic collaboration with third-party logistics providers to enhance performance and achieve cost objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management and a proven track record in logistics operations. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will drive KPIs and manage logistics budgets while ensuring compliance with safety and sustainability standards. If you are passionate about logistics and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Management-level experience with diverse stakeholders in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics operations across all transport modes and regional warehouses.
• Lead the implementation of a Logistics Strategy focusing on service and cost.

Skills

Logistics Management

Supply Chain Management

Transportation

Cost Reduction Strategies

KPI Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Six Sigma

Job description

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Job Summary: The Regional Logistics Director oversees the complete operational execution and performance across all transportation modes (Marine, Air, Road, Warehousing, Rail) within the assigned region. This role involves close collaboration with third-party logistics providers to achieve safety, service, and cost objectives. The position requires significant cross-functional interaction with colleagues in the Integrated Supply Chain, including those in other global regions, Planning, Site Logistics, Logistics Procurement, Businesses, Trade Compliance, and more. The Regional Logistics Director reports directly to the VP of Global Logistics at IFF. There is a strong preference for large US IFF locations as home basis, but open for remote for the right candidate.

Responsibilities/Description:

• Accountable for logistics operations across all transport modes and regional warehouses, ensuring alignment with site logistics.
• Supports and leads the implementation of a Logistics Strategy, focusing on service, cost-to-serve, and HSEQ compliance.
• Defines, maintains, and reports KPIs, driving a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring proper controls.
• Collaborates with logistics procurement to contract service providers for capacity, service, and price, ensuring safety and sustainability.
• Works closely with business partners to understand capacity needs and ensure logistics solutions meet business/customer expectations.
• Creates visibility and accountability on projects, linking logistics activities to business unit strategic initiatives.
• Identifies cost reduction opportunities using knowledge of the global logistics market, trends, and capabilities.
• Leads 3PL management, providing strategic oversight and ensuring supplier SLAs and scorecards are delivered.
• Accountable for inventory accuracy, including cycle counts and physical inventory execution.
• Manages logistics budget, develops financial reports, drives cost productivity, and oversees talent management, including recruitment, development, and succession planning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Engineering, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management or similar fields.
• 12+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management for manufacturing shippers.
• 10+ years of management-level experience.
• Experience in logistics within Integrated Supply Chain and direct people management in a matrix environment.
• Multi-country or regional experience managing diverse stakeholders, with industry experience in Food, Pharma, or Chemicals.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• APICS or ASCM or equivalent certification.
• SAP multiple trainings on functional areas of expertise.

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