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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Associate Director, Clinical Supply Chain Planning
$186K - $233K *
Shape the future of clinical supply planning by leading global strategies, ensuring accurate demand forecasting, and driving process improvements for clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-function...
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Supply Chain Program Manager: Inbound
$116K - $159K *
Drive operational excellence by managing the end-to-end inbound supply chain process, collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery and compliance with custom...
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Materials Management Supervisor
$65K - $121K *
Lead the charge in optimizing materials management operations, supervising teams, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment to enhance efficiency and meet key performan...
4 weeks ago
Materials Management Supervisor
$65K - $121K *
Shape our materials management team by supervising daily operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring safety while fostering a high-performing work environment. Lead strategic initiatives that enhance...
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Market Operations Manager I (Warehouse/Transportation)
$78K - $85K *
Oversee daily operations of a storage center, ensuring customer satisfaction, compliance with regulations, and effective management of associates and resources to drive operational excellence and safe...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead transportation and delivery operations in a distribution center, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance. Drive performance management and operational excellence while overseeing fleet operat...
2 days ago
Senior Manager, Storeroom Solutions
$110K - $130K *
Lead the transformation of storeroom solutions, managing multiple projects to enhance service quality and profitability in manufacturing environments while fostering strong stakeholder relationships a...
1 week ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Elevate transportation operations by managing analytics and optimization strategies. Lead cross-functional teams to transform data into impactful business decisions, driving improvements in cost, perf...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Unlock the potential of transportation analytics by driving strategic insights, optimization, and decision intelligence, shaping operational efficiency and maximizing value across the supply chain...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Lead the transformation of transportation data into actionable insights, optimizing analytics and decision-making to drive efficiency in network performance and maximize investment returns. Collaborat...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Transform transportation data into strategic business insights, driving optimization and decision intelligence. Lead analytics initiatives, engage cross-functional teams, and enhance performance metri...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Lead transportation analytics, optimization, and business intelligence efforts to transform data into actionable insights that drive cost efficiency, asset utilization, and operational excellence acro...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Drive transportation analytics and optimization by transforming data into actionable insights. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve asset utilization while foste...
3 weeks ago
Manager of Transportation Intelligence & Optimization
$107K - $150K *
Lead transportation analytics and optimization initiatives to enhance decision-making and drive business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while managing a high-performing team to real...
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Regional Operation Director (3PL)
$200K - $240K *
Optimize operational performance across regional warehouses and distribution centers. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency, compliance, and team development while driving continuous improv...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $128K *
Lead supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery of quality goods. Manage vendor relationships, optimize inventory processes, and drive cost efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $128K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and ensuring timely delivery of quality goods. Manage vendor relationships, analyze inventory data, and lead a team to drive efficienc...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $128K *
Join our dynamic team as you drive supply chain excellence, ensuring timely delivery of quality goods. Manage vendor relationships, optimize inventory processes, and lead a dedicated team to enhance o...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing client relationships, and achieving financial goals. Join us to shape the future of service delivery and foster a culture of growth an...
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$88K - $105K *
Optimize supply chain management to ensure timely and compliant delivery of medical products, while leading procurement strategies and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational e...
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$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining sales strategy by building and leading a high-performing sales team. Drive complex deals, mentor talent, and shape our commercial trajectory in a fast-paced environment f...
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Transform your career by leading a dynamic sales team, driving complex deals, and shaping our go-to-market strategy. This role combines hands-on selling with team development, directly influencing our...
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$92K - $97K *
Transform warehouse operations by leading a dedicated team, enhancing processes, and ensuring safety and efficiency. Drive performance metrics and collaborate with leadership to achieve operational ex...
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Director of Operations, Project Delivery
$125K - $145K *
Lead the development of a unified project management methodology across multiple sites, enhancing project delivery standards and training teams to ensure successful execution from contract to handoff...
2 days ago
Director, Contract Management - Trade
$125K - $150K *
Partner with us to lead strategic contract management initiatives, optimizing pharmaceutical agreements and enhancing manufacturer relationships. Drive financial analysis, negotiate favorable terms, a...
4 days ago
What does a Director of Logistics do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.