VP Global Logistics & Transportation

Basilone Executive Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Basilone Executive Search is seeking a Vice President of Logistics to lead the safe, reliable, and cost-aware movement of inbound supplier freight, intercompany materials, WIP, and outbound finished goods. You will govern fleet operations, third-party transportation, rail, freight forwarding, warehousing, and related logistics governance.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in logistics leadership, global freight experience, and a proven track record of driving cost-to-serve improvements across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred for senior leadership.
• Professional certifications in logistics are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, reliable, and cost-effective freight movement across inbound, intercompany, and outbound shipments.
• Oversee company fleet, third-party transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities.
• Negotiate major transportation, carrier, and 3PL agreements to improve EBITDA and total landed cost.
• Drive network optimization, fleet productivity, and mode conversion initiatives.
• Utilize data and KPIs to improve safety, service, cost, and working capital.
• Guide enterprise transformation, process standardization, and technology implementations.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Strategic planning

Cost optimization

EBITDA improvement

Data analytics

KPI discipline

Negotiation

Cross-functional liaison

International logistics

Carrier negotiations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Operations, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related discipline

MBA or advanced degree preferred

APICS CSCP / ASCM CLTD / Certified Transportation Professional or similar certifications beneficial

Tools

TMS

WMS

Fleet management

Telematics

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

Basilone Executive Search is seeking a Vice President of Logistics to lead the safe, reliable, and cost-aware movement of inbound supplier freight, intercompany materials, WIP, and outbound finished goods. You will govern fleet operations, third-party transportation, rail, freight forwarding, warehousing, and related logistics governance.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in logistics leadership, global freight experience, and a proven track record of driving cost-to-serve improvements across