Company Description
Total Talent Search is the Direct Hire division of Total Talent Resources, specializing in executive search and placement for supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing organizations nationwide. We partner with companies across the country to deliver high-impact professionals through a structured, consultative, and metrics-driven search process.
Build the Logistics Engine That Powers Operational Excellence
We are partnering with a high-performing manufacturing organization seeking a Director of Logistics to lead end-to-end materials strategy within a complex, fast-paced production environment.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a build, optimize, and elevate opportunity.
You will own the full materials ecosystem — planning, scheduling, warehousing, inventory strategy, and outbound logistics — ensuring production continuity and world-class delivery performance while driving cost optimization and working capital efficiency.
If you thrive at the intersection of strategy and execution, this is your seat at the table.
Build the Logistics Engine That Powers Operational Excellence
✔ End-to-end materials flow supporting high-volume manufacturing
✔ Production planning and inventory optimization strategy
✔ Customer delivery performance and logistics service levels
✔ Cross-functional alignment with Manufacturing, Finance, and Procurement
✔ ERP/MRP planning systems performance and data accuracy
✔ Continuous improvement initiatives focused on lean, JIT, and pull systems
✔ Freight strategy and departmental budget accountability
What Success Looks Like
• Production never stops due to material shortages
• Inventory levels are optimized without sacrificing service
• Delivery performance exceeds customer expectations
• Logistics costs are controlled and predictable
• The team operates with accountability, ownership, and operational discipline
The Leadership Profile We’re Seeking
You are:
- A strategic thinker with strong operational instincts
- Comfortable leading in complex, high-accountability environments
- Data-driven and financially literate
- Experienced in automotive or similarly complex manufacturing
- Skilled in ERP-based planning systems (MRP II, advanced ERP modules)
- Proven in JIT and pull-system inventory methodologies
- A developer of people and builder of high-performance teams
Background & Experience
- 10+ years in manufacturing leadership
- 5+ years in senior materials management / logistics leadership
- Experience managing salaried and hourly teams
- Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering or Supply Chain preferred)
Why This Role?
This is a visible, executive-level position with direct impact on operational performance, customer satisfaction, and financial outcomes. You’ll partner closely with senior leadership and influence how the business scales its manufacturing and logistics strategy moving forward.
