Solomon Page Fashion & Beauty Hiring for DIRECTOR OF LOGISTICS – Hybrid at New York, New York Full Time

Our client is seeking a Director of Logistics to join their team.  This is a Key Leadership/Ownership role and influencer within the Global Supply Chain and reports directly to the VP of Logistics.  Will lead all aspects of logistics across the globe.  This is a highly strategic position that will involve planning of the international transportation network, operational execution of all shipments and deliveries (Destination, Port of Entry, Direct from Origin, etc.), and negotiation of contracts with carriers and 3pl/4pl providers. This is a NY-based role with 3 days in office/2 days WFH option.  The salary range is 170-190,000 plus bonus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement short/long term logistics strategies to support the growth of the organization in a cost-effective manner while improving service and reliability

• Work collaboratively across internal divisions to understand key areas of growth and shifts with sourcing/customers to ensure logistics strategy is in alignment needs

• Negotiate ocean/air contracts, rates, capacity leveraging relationships to support seasonality shipping requirements by Division and origin

• Identify, develop, implement, and enhance shipping visibility tools/reports/dashboards (Infor Nexus) to proactively manage and improve the logistics network

• Help develop, support, and drive the shift of volume to alternative methods of distribution (DC Bypass, Transload, etc.)

• Monitor and drive key performance end to end metrics to ensure that we are providing an excellent customer experience and delivering results

• Research and implement new tools to aid in resolving complex and routine process issues while fostering a culture of continuous improvement Day to Day Operations

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with effective communication and thorough follow through

• Import of approx. 10k containers annually from multiple origins (including Southeast Asia, Western Central Asia as well as Africa)

• Create/develop/execute transportation allocation and capacity strategies and develop contingency plans to cost-effectively support varying levels of company sales and changes to supply/demand patterns as well as market volatility

• Develop and utilize key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics and reporting to help drive execution, accountability and process uniformity and compliance across all divisions, regions, with all transportation providers and vendors

• Standardize, document, and improve logistics processes, standard operating procedures, and playbooks, ensuring implementation of best practices across the department

• Develop robust, trusting relationships and positive experiences with and for internal customers and partners on all logistic items, capabilities, and service standards

• Management of import air, small parcel, and other final mile operations for the organization Team Management

• Provide development and coaching to ensure employees are exceeding expectations

• Develop an action-based and customer service oriented internal Logistics team

• Cultivate a team culture of exceeding expectations, continuous improvement, and proactive problem-solving

• Build relationship and trust with cross functional partners

• Lead team of 4+ direct reports and supporting staff located across the globe

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of international transportation experience in a fast-paced environment with at least 7 years in a leadership role for an importer (US or Global) or 3rd Party Logistics Provider (apparel experience is a plus)

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management preferred or equivalent experience 

• Extensive experience with enterprise resource planning systems and transportation management systems required; SAP experience strongly preferred 

• Strong experience with demonstrated successes across complex multidivisional operations, with demonstrated successes (quantifiable results showcasing improvements across processes, operations and spend categories (Lean or Six Sigma experience highly valued) including process mapping and process re-design 

• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and synthesize multiple points of view into a streamlined action plan

• Strong background leading service providers operationally and negotiation of costing, with high levels of experience building up processes (SOPs and Statements of work), holding service providers accountable to business needs and KPIs.

• Proven ability as a passionate people-centric leader with exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build a team, lead, motivate, drive performance and accountability

• Entrepreneurial self-starter with the ability to manage and prioritize projects to delegate tasks appropriately

• Demonstrated leadership in building a culture of Continuous Improvement for processes and operations management

• High analytical ability and drive to gather and interpret data beyond surface level to further develop, recommend and implement solutions

• Proven track record for anticipating issues and having implemented processes/standards to address items before they occur and ability to adjust on the move

• Strong experience communicating at many different levels of an organization, clear, concise messaging/presentation experience 

• High level expertise/experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PPT, Word), data visualization tools/dashboard development (Power BI, etc.) 

• Ability to travel up to 20%