VP-North American Logistics
Listed on 2026-09-09
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain & Logistics, Operations Management, Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination
- Provide strategic leadership for global export operations acrossthe North Americanregion (US,Canadaand Mexico) andimport operations into the US.
- Direct a high-performing team oflogisticsprofessionals, from analysts to seniorlogisticsmanagers, overseeing both operational execution and procurement strategy.
- Own and execute all internationallogisticssourcing and procurement initiatives, including contract negotiations, RFPs, and supplier relationship management.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2–3-yearlogisticsstrategy focused on network optimization, cost efficiency, and carbon footprint reduction.
- Build andmaintaintactical and operationallogisticsplans based on volume forecasts, ensuring adequate capacity, infrastructure, and resource alignment.
- Lead the design andselectionof strategic consolidation hubs for global direct material flows to streamline distribution and improve delivery performance.
- Drive enhanced PO-level visibility from order placement through final delivery using integrated systems and real-time tracking tools.
- Oversee the qualifications,selection, and ongoing performance management oflogisticsproviders.
- Partner with best-in-classlogisticsproviders who align with organizational goals for quality, innovation, and sustainability.
- Collaborate closely with trade compliance and regionallogisticsteams to ensure end-to-end alignment and regulatory adherence.
- Define performance targets and KPIs forlogisticsand procurement teams, tracking and reporting on service, cost, and savings performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives,identifying and implementing process enhancements to drive operational excellence.
- Deliver monthly reporting on financial performance, including cost savings achievements, procurement impact, and budget adherence.
- Foster a culture of development and growth, coaching team members to ensure long-term success and succession planning acrosslogisticsand procurement functions.
Success means being a team player
- Strong Negotiation Skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong analytical and planning skills
- Strong working knowledge of supply chain processes, transportation
About the Candidate
We are looking fora leader that takes resultspersonally, acting with accountability and transparency.
You embrace change and thrive working withahighlevelof independence in a continuously evolving environment.
You are great at building cross-functional relationships and credibility with business leaders, your teams,externalstakeholdersand peers.
You communicate and engageacrossyour stakeholders delivering impactful messages, negotiating with complex variables, and influencing outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degreein Logistics, Supply Chain Management,Businessor a related field
- 8+years of experience in Logistics Procurement and Supply Chain Management with hands-on experience in freight management
- Some Travel required
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