Remote Vice President, Global Transportation

Summary

Join our team as a Vice President, Global Transportation and lead the optimization of global transportation operations, with a focus on ocean freight, drayage, inbound freight, outbound freight, and parcel freight. Develop and implement a global transportation strategy, oversee daily global transportation operations, manage vendor and carrier relationships, and ensure compliance with international and local regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in global transportation, logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management, with extensive experience in ocean freight, drayage, inbound and outbound freight, and parcel services
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful global transportation strategies across multiple freight categories
• Strong understanding of international trade regulations, customs processes, and compliance requirements for various modes of transportation
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills across transportation and logistics
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), warehouse management systems (WMS) and other logistics technologies
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience across supply chain functions (procurement, warehousing, transportation, planning) and within various industries, including CPG/FMCG
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global transportation strategy encompassing ocean freight, drayage, inbound and outbound domestic freight, and parcel services
• Identify opportunities to optimize transportation routes and modes, reduce costs, and improve delivery times across all freight categories
• Lead innovation initiatives within transportation processes, including the adoption of new technologies and systems across all freight types
• Oversee the daily global transportation operations, ensuring efficient and timely movement of goods via ocean freight, drayage, inbound, outbound, and parcel logistics
• Manage the complexities of international and domestic logistics, including customs, compliance, port operations, and last-mile delivery
• Monitor and analyze transportation metrics, KPIs, and reports for all freight categories, ensuring performance meets or exceeds company standards
• Manage 3PL performance and support domestic fulfillment, as needed/assigned (e.g. monitor and manage warehouse inbound/outbound execution, provide on-site leadership support, monitor and manage fulfillment KPI’s)
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with carriers, shipping lines, drayage providers, parcel services, and other logistics partners (including domestic 3PL’s)
• Negotiate contracts and service agreements across all transportation modes, ensuring competitive pricing and reliable service
• Implement and manage tender processes for each freight category to secure optimal terms and performance
• Support/lead warehousing vendor selection and contract negotiation, as needed/assigned
• Develop and manage the global transportation budget, in partnership with Finance and other stakeholders, focusing on cost control and financial efficiency across all freight categories
• Analyze transportation costs and implement strategies to reduce expenses while maintaining high service standards across ocean, drayage, inbound, outbound, and parcel freight
• Report on financial performance, including cost variances and savings initiatives specific to each mode of transportation
• Manage domestic Distribution and Delivery expenses, in partnership with Finance and other stakeholders, as needed
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with international and local regulations, including safety, environmental, and trade laws across all freight types
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions, such as port strikes, shipping delays, or last-mile challenges
• Lead sustainability initiatives within the transportation network, focusing on reducing environmental impact across all modes of transportation
• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of transportation and logistics professionals specializing in various freight categories
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance within the transportation team
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across different regions and departments involved in transportation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, planning, supply chain, and sales teams, to ensure alignment of transportation strategies with business needs across all freight categories
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership, providing updates on transportation initiatives, challenges, and opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• Travel Required - up to 30%
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate virtual meetings with other regions/time zones