✨ About The Role
- The Logistics Director will oversee strategy and operational responsibilities related to freight operations procedures and processes.
- This role involves managing supplier relationships, quality issues, and costs as per agreed service level agreements (SLAs).
- The director will establish control structures to ensure high standards in cargo tender and dispatch from various international locations to US gateways.
- Collaboration with IT and logistics operations functions is necessary to automate data collection and tracking operations.
- The position requires staying current on market conditions for global and domestic logistics and communicating updates across the organization.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in global and US inbound cross-border logistics procurement.
- A deep understanding of the international freight forwarder ecosystem, including IATA and air/ocean cargo services, is essential.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are necessary to influence others without formal authority.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are required to effectively report on operational metrics and market conditions.
- The candidate should demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in developing successful strategies for business growth.