Our client is a specialty chemicals company generating just over $1 billion in annual revenue, producing high-performance additives, specialty solvents, and advanced polymer intermediates for industries including coatings, adhesives, electronics, and industrial applications. The company is focused on scaling operations, improving supply chain resilience, and building strong partnerships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support continued growth.
Role Overview:
The Logistics Director will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all logistics operations globally, including transportation, warehousing, distribution, and 3PL management. This role is critical for ensuring the smooth flow of materials and finished goods, cost-effective operations, and superior customer service. The role also involves expanding and developing the logistics team and collaborating closely with procurement, planning, and operations functions to support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the company’s global logistics function, including transportation, warehousing, distribution, and freight management.
- Build and grow a high-performing logistics team capable of supporting expansion and operational efficiency.
- Manage and optimize partnerships with 3PL providers, negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and ensuring SLA compliance.
- Develop and execute logistics strategies to optimize cost, delivery speed, and reliability.
- Collaborate with procurement, planning, and operations teams to ensure material and product flow aligns with production schedules and customer demand.
- Implement and leverage digital logistics tools, ERP systems (SAP preferred), and reporting dashboards to enhance visibility, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.
- Oversee inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing working capital.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards across all logistics activities.
- Drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce transportation costs, and enhance sustainability practices.
- Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on logistics performance, risks, and opportunities.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Engineering; MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in logistics leadership within specialty chemicals, process manufacturing, or related industries.
- Proven experience managing global logistics operations and 3PL relationships.
- Strong knowledge of transportation, warehousing, distribution, and inventory management best practices.
