Job Description: Logistics Director

Position Overview
The Logistics Director is responsible for developing and executing the company’s logistics, supply chain, and distribution strategy to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and reliable movement of goods. This role oversees warehousing, transportation, and distribution operations while driving process improvements, ensuring compliance, and delivering excellent service to internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall logistics strategy aligned with business goals.

• Lead, mentor, and manage logistics, supply chain, and warehouse teams across multiple sites.

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and last-mile delivery.

• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations, including health & safety and environmental standards.

• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and suppliers.

• Establish and monitor KPIs for logistics performance, cost control, and service levels.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer experience.

• Develop logistics budgets, manage P&L, and forecast future logistics needs in line with company growth.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, production, finance, operations) to ensure seamless supply chain integration.

• Implement and leverage logistics technology, ERP/WMS/TMS systems, and data analytics to optimize operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years’ experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of transportation, warehousing, and distribution best practices.

• Proven ability to manage multimillion-euro logistics budgets and drive cost savings.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Experience with ERP, WMS, and TMS systems; strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer / Managing Director

Direct Reports: Logistics Managers, Warehouse Managers, Transportation Managers, Supply Chain Analysts