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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$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Champion strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse categories, leading a high-performing team to drive measurable value. Foster partnerships, negotiate with suppliers, and implement innovative sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform site operations by leading high-volume reconditioning centers, ensuring quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while driving strategic initiatives and continuous improvement across m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading supply chain strategies, managing teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across functions to enhance inventory management and ensure compliance while ach...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading logistics strategy and performance measures for a multi-location distribution network, enhancing productivity and profitability while fostering collaboration ac...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at new data center operations by leading site execution, overseeing project delivery, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and fina...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $300K *

Lead the transformation of supply chain operations and strategies, evolving the S2P model to enhance efficiency and governance. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and drive impactful initiat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Lead strategic supply chain initiatives, aligning current operations with future transformation to enhance procurement efficiency and drive organizational excellence across cross-functional teams...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth as you build relationships in digital advertising. Leverage your expertise to cultivate partnerships and create impactful strategies, while navigating the fast-paced...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $200K *

Oversee clinical supply chain strategy, ensuring timely delivery of investigational products for clinical studies while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to adapt to chan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.