Design and continuously optimize the global logistics network (plants, warehouses, DCs, 3PLs, lanes, modes)
Lead network modeling and scenario analysis to balance service, cost, inventory, and risk
Optimize cost-to-serve by customer, lane, product, and BU, partnering closely with Finance
Drive structural improvements (e.g., footprint rationalization, mode shifts, regionalization, postponement strategies)
Establish a clear global operating model with defined decision rights, standards, and escalation paths
Own 3PL governance: performance management, SLAs, KPIs, safety, audit readiness, and continuous improvement
Build robust cost-to-serve and margin analytics to support pricing, customer strategy, and BU decisions
Ensure data accuracy to support financial integrity, compliance, and decision-making
Strengthen logistics risk management (capacity, geopolitical risk, congestion, disruptions)
Drive best-practice sharing, talent development, and succession planning

12+ years progressive leadership in global logistics, distribution, or supply chain network roles
APICS Certification is required
Strong financial acumen: budget ownership, standard costing, cost-to-serve, ROI-based decision-making
Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide change across regions and BUs
Deep experience managing 3PL-led logistics networks and performance governance
Hands-on experience operating within SAP (S/4HANA strongly preferred)
Track record of delivering structural cost and service improvements, not just tactical wins

Global Director – Logistics, Network Optimization

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