Senior Director, Global Transportation/Logistics & Warehousing

Fluence; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 180.000 - 300.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Fluence, a global leader in energy storage and software, seeks a Senior Director of Global Transportation & Logistics to define and execute a scalable logistics strategy. You will own transportation, warehousing, trade compliance, and distribution network design while leading a large, diverse team.

This role supports rapid growth and complex, cross-border operations. The candidate will drive cost improvements, design resilient networks, and partner with sourcing, manufacturing, and project teams

Competenze

• 15+ years of global logistics leadership and supply chain experience.
• Proven success leading multi-regional teams and complex networks.
• Deep expertise in international transportation, warehouse design, and trade compliance.

Mansioni

• Define and execute a multi-year global logistics strategy aligned to growth.
• Lead end-to-end network design and warehouse footprint optimization.
• Own budgeting, forecasting and cost transformation for global logistics.

Conoscenze

Global logistics leadership

Multi-regional teams

International transportation

Trade compliance

Financial acumen

Logistics tech (TMS/WMS)

Team development

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree; MBA preferred

Strumenti

TMS

WMS

Data analytics tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Senior Director, Global Transportation & Logistics will define and execute the global logistics and distribution strategy to support Fluence's rapid growth, expected to scale 50-100% over the next 24 months. This leader will transform and scale a globally distributed logistics organization, ensuring the design and execution of a resilient, cost-efficient, and highly scalable logistics network. This role operates at the intersection of supply chain strategy, operations, and commercial delivery - owning global logistics performance across transportation, warehousing, trade compliance, and distribution network design.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Strategy & Network Design
• Define and implement a multi-year global logistics and warehousing strategy aligned to business growth and manufacturing footprint
• Lead end-to-end network design including regional distribution strategies, warehouse footprint optimization, and mode/routing strategies
• Develop scalable logistics models to support hypergrowth and geographic expansion
• Organizational Leadership & Scale
• Lead and evolve a globally distributed team (24+), including 8 direct reports, into a multi-layered, high-performing organization
• Enhance a regionalized operating model (Americas, EMEA, APAC)
• Build leadership bench strength and centers of excellence (trade compliance, network optimization, systems)
• Financial Ownership & Cost Transformation
• Own and manage global logistics spend (+$200MM), including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization initiatives
• Deliver year-over-year cost improvements through strategic sourcing, mode optimization, and network redesign
• Establish KPIs tied to cost, service, and working capital
• Global Operations Excellence
• Ensure consistent execution across international transportation, warehousing, customs, and dangerous goods handling
• Implement standardized global processes and performance management systems
• Technology & Data Enablement
• Define and execute logistics technology roadmap (TMS, WMS, visibility tools, control tower)
• Establish data-driven decision-making through analytics and dashboards
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Partner with global sourcing, manufacturing, project delivery, and commercial teams
• Ensure logistics strategy enables on-time project delivery and customer satisfaction
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Lead global trade compliance strategy including customs and regulatory frameworks
• Develop risk mitigation strategies for geopolitical disruption, capacity constraints, and supplier concentration

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in global logistics and supply chain leadership
• Demonstrated success leading global, multi-regional teams
• Deep expertise in international transportation, warehouse/network design, and trade compliance
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large-scale logistics budgets
• Experience implementing logistics technology platforms (TMS, WMS, visibility tools)
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Leadership Profile

• Strategic, systems-level thinker with operational credibility
• Proven ability to lead through growth, ambiguity, and transformation
• Strong executive presence and cross-functional influence
• Data-driven decision-maker with a continuous improvement mindset

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Equal Opportunity Employer At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization To join our team, you'll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.