Director Global Logistics
DwyerOmega · Greater Kalamazoo Area · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteManagement$130k–$180k/yrFull-time
About the role
This is a strategic leadership role for someone who thinks in networks and acts with urgency. You will build the master logistics plan, lead a high-performing global team, and drive the three pillars that define our logistics ambition: an optimized Network Design that simplifies our footprint and shortens lead times; a Resilience framework that keeps us shipping through disruption; and a Sustainability agenda that aligns our transportation choices with DwyerOmega’s corporate ESG commitments.
Responsibilities
Network Design and Optimization
- Build and own the global master shipping plan across plants, distribution centers, and customers ensuring on-time delivery, shorter lead times, and a simpler logistics footprint.
- Lead direct ship versus DC handled SKU segmentation decisions, balancing service, cost, and inventory tradeoffs across the network.
- Drive lane and carrier rationalization initiatives to reduce network complexity, eliminate redundancy, and lower total logistics cost.
- Design and implement network strategies that support regional growth in NA, EMEA, and APAC.
- Partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain Planning to translate demand and inventory strategies into logistics network requirements.
- Establish and govern freight spend analytics and network performance reporting to enable data-driven optimization decisions.
Logistics Resilience and Risk Management
- Stand up and maintain contingency playbooks that keep DwyerOmega shipping through disruptions including port strikes, natural disasters, geopolitical events, and carrier failures.
- Implement multi-source carrier and lane redundancy strategies to eliminate single points of failure across critical trade lanes.
- Define and maintain risk tiered safety stock positioning at critical logistics nodes to buffer against supply chain shocks.
- Lead scenario planning and logistics stress testing exercises to identify vulnerabilities and validate response readiness.
- Monitor global logistics risk signals and translate intelligence into proactive action rerouting, mode shifts, or pre-positioning inventory ahead of disruption.
- Build and maintain relationships with strategic carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure priority access during constrained market conditions.
Sustainable Logistics and ESG Alignment
- Develop and execute a global logistics sustainability roadmap aligned to DwyerOmega’s corporate ESG objectives and reporting commitments.
- Lead modal shift initiatives to lower emission transport options where operationally viable, including intermodal, rail, and sea-air conversions.
- Embed ESG performance criteria into carrier selection, RFP evaluation, and contract terms.
- Build emissions tracking and reporting capability by lane and shipment, enabling accurate Scope 3 carbon accounting.
- Partner with Procurement, Finance, and Corporate Sustainability teams to set logistics emissions targets and report progress to leadership.
- Identify and pilot emerging green logistics technologies and programs that position DwyerOmega ahead of regulatory and customer expectations.
Customs and Trade Compliance
- Own the logistics function’s accountability for customs compliance, import/export controls, and cross-border regulatory requirements across all regions DwyerOmega operates in.
- Serve as the primary logistics partner to the Trade Compliance and Legal teams, ensuring logistics practices, carrier contracts, and documentation standards align with global trade.
- Oversee the classification, valuation, and documentation of goods across all international shipments, working with Trade Compliance to maintain accurate HTS codes, country of origin declarations, and duty management records.
- Ensure freight forwarder, customs broker, and third-party logistics provider compliance with DwyerOmega’s trade compliance policies and applicable regulations, including export controls and sanctions screening.
- Monitor changes in tariff structures, trade agreements, and import/export regulations across key markets translating regulatory developments into actionable logistics and cost for the business.
- Lead preparation and response for customs audits, trade compliance reviews, and regulatory inquiries in partnership with Legal and Trade Compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement in trade compliance processes, documentation accuracy, and broker performance to reduce duty exposure, clearance delays, and regulatory risk.
Carrier Management and Freight Procurement
- Lead global freight procurement, including RFPs, carrier negotiations, and contract management across all modes such as parcel, LTL, FTL, air, and ocean.
- Develop and maintain a preferred carrier program with clear performance standards, KPIs, and consequences for non-delivery.
- Monitor carrier performance against on-time, cost, claims, and sustainability metrics, driving accountability through structured business reviews.
- Manage freight spending within budget, identifying and delivering cost reduction opportunities without compromising service.
- Ensure all carrier and broker agreements include trade compliance obligations and are reviewed in alignment with Legal and Trade Compliance requirements.
Logistics Operations and Team Leadership
- Lead a global logistics team across NA, EMEA, and APAC, setting clear direction, developing capability, and building a high-performance culture.
- Oversee day-to-day logistics operations including order fulfilment, outbound shipping, inbound freight, and returns management.
- Establish logistics KPIs and scorecards covering on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, claims rates, and transit time performance.
- Partner with Warehouse and Distribution Centre teams to ensure seamless handoffs between storage and transportation operations.
- Drive the adoption of logistics technology including TMS, visibility platforms, and automation to improve execution and reporting capability.
Cross-Functional and Executive Collaboration
- Serve as the global logistics authority within the Supply Chain leadership team, influencing strategy and investment decisions.
- Partner with SIOP, Materials, and Operations leaders to ensure logistics plans are integrated into the broader supply chain cycle.
- Maintain a close and proactive working relationship with Trade Compliance and Legal teams ensuring logistics strategies, contracts, and operations remain fully aligned with DwyerOmega’s regulatory and legal obligations.
- Engage Legal and Trade Compliance early on new market entries, carrier arrangements, or logistics structures that carry cross-border regulatory implications.
- Present logistics performance, risk landscape, and strategic initiatives including trade compliance exposure clearly to senior leadership and the executive team.
- Collaborate with Finance to manage freight budgets, duty costs, accruals, and cost variance reporting with rigor and transparency.
- Represent DwyerOmega in key carriers, industry, and regulatory forums relevant to global logistics and trade strategy.
Requirements
Experience and Education
- 12+ years’ experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management.
- 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing global logistics operations across multiple regions.
- Demonstrated success designing and optimizing international logistics networks spanning NA, EMEA, and APAC.
- Proven track record leading freight procurement, carrier management, and logistics cost reduction programs.
- Hands-on experience managing customs compliance, import/export controls, and cross-border trade regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience working closely with Trade Compliance and Legal functions on regulatory matters, audits, and policy alignment.
- Background in ESG reporting, sustainable logistics, or emissions tracking programs.
- Experience with TMS and logistics visibility platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
- Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Knowledge and Skills
- Deep expertise across all freight modes: parcel, LTL, FTL, ocean, and air.
- Strong working knowledge of global trade compliance including HTS classification, country of origin, duty management, export controls, and sanctions screening.
- Ability to translate complex regulatory and tariff developments into clear logistics and commercial implications.
- Strategic network design capability able to model trade-offs between cost, service, and resilience.
- Advanced analytical and financial acumen with freight spend, duty cost, and logistics P&L management experience.
- Knowledge of Scope 3 emissions measurement, ESG frameworks, and sustainable transport options.
- Ability to build contingency plans and lead decisively through logistics disruptions.
- Strong leadership and people development skills able to build and motivate global, cross-cultural teams.
- Excellent communication and executive presence comfortable presenting strategy, compliance risk, and performance to senior leadership.
- Solutions-focused mindset with a track record of driving continuous improvement at scale.
Salary Description
$130,000 - $180,000