Director of Logistics

Company Description

This is an on-site position based in Red Wing, MN.

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Red Wing Shoe Company is based in Red Wing, Minnesota, just 40 minutes from St. Paul, where our corporate office sits along the Mississippi River in downtown Red Wing. We are a global company with 2300 employees around the world, but we maintain a close-knit family atmosphere that comes with being a privately-held company. We are rich in history and tradition, but innovation drives us to deliver best-in-class product solutions and highly rated customer experiences.

Focus on our employees and company culture results in meaningful employee engagement across the organization. Our Guiding Behaviors of Living our Values, Honoring our Brands, Inspiring our People, Centering on our Customers, and Preserving the long term success and legacy of our Company are the foundation on which we build our future.

Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) match, employee discounts, and valuable well‑being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well‑being coaching all designed to support your health and financial security.

The targeted hiring range for this full‑time position is $142,700–$191,600 depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

We are seeking a strategic, results‑oriented leader to oversee and elevate our logistics operations across transportation, warehousing, and distribution. This pivotal role will drive continuous improvement, support company‑wide supply chain objectives, and build future‑ready capabilities to meet evolving business demands.

• Develop and implement logistics strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Optimize transportation modes, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.
• Lead warehousing operations to enhance safety, quality, cost efficiency, and delivery performance.
• Ensure network optimization for omni‑channel fulfillment.
• Champion process and systems improvements, including automation and digital transformation.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Oversee forecasting, budgeting, inventory management, and cost control initiatives.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve operational challenges and support business priorities.
• Maintain continuity plans for critical operations and material flow.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree with 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in logistics.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities.
• Deep expertise in WMS, ERP systems, and distribution operations.
• Experience managing both union and non‑union environments.
• Proven track record in international logistics (freight, customs, 3PL).
• MBA or APICS certification preferred.
• Robust Lean background, with emphasis on lean warehousing and material flow.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology for operational excellence, including:
  • Clear understanding of effective and ineffective solutions.
  • Strategic preparation for advanced technologies.
  • Proficiency in WMS, MRP, and related systems.
  • Skill in warehouse design and bin strategy optimization.

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact rwsc or call 651‑388‑8211.

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All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and drug screen.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug‑free workplace.