Director of Logistics Jobs

Explore Director of Logistics opportunities on Ladders, where experienced professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Logistics lead the movement, storage, and delivery of goods, helping organizations build reliable, efficient, and cost-effective supply chain operations.

What Does a Director of Logistics Do?

A Director of Logistics develops strategy and oversees logistics functions such as transportation, warehousing, distribution, inventory flow, and fulfillment. The role often includes managing teams and budgets, selecting vendors, improving processes, and coordinating with supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, finance, and customer service leaders. Directors use performance data to improve delivery times, service levels, operating costs, and resilience.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial experience in logistics, transportation, distribution, or supply chain management, along with a record of leading teams and delivering operational improvements. A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or a related field is common; some positions prefer an advanced degree or professional certifications. Useful skills include strategic planning, financial and data analysis, vendor negotiations, regulatory knowledge, technology fluency, and strong communication.

Where Director of Logistics Jobs Are Found

These leaders work across industries that depend on moving products, including retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, healthcare, food and beverage, and third-party logistics. Responsibilities vary by organization: one role may emphasize global transportation networks, while another may focus on warehouse performance, last-mile delivery, or distribution center expansion.

Find Director of Logistics Jobs on Ladders

Browse Director of Logistics openings on Ladders to discover senior roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, and responsibilities, and find a position that aligns with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$120K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic PMO team, overseeing complex projects in healthcare technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment and successful execution of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $231K *

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$115K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $153K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $163K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$119K - $186K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $164K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

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$168K - $285K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $220K *

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California City, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$341K - $409K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Logistics do?question toggle

    A Director of Logistics sets strategy and oversees areas such as transportation, warehousing, distribution, inventory movement, and fulfillment. The role typically focuses on service, cost, efficiency, and operational resilience.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Logistics jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for significant logistics or supply chain experience, leadership skills, and a record of improving operations. Many roles require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, while some prefer an advanced degree or professional certification.

  • How much do Director of Logistics jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Director of Logistics opportunities.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Logistics?question toggle

    Retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, healthcare, food and beverage, and third-party logistics companies often hire Directors of Logistics to manage transportation, warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment.

  • What skills help Directors of Logistics succeed?question toggle

    Strategic planning, team leadership, budget management, data analysis, vendor negotiation, process improvement, and familiarity with logistics technology are valuable. Communication and cross-functional collaboration are also important.