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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$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by leading non-clinical departments, ensuring compliance, and fostering a patient-centered culture. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance care delivery and maintai...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $200K *

Elevate logistics efficiency by managing site readiness, inventory control, and equipment preservation. This role connects construction demands with provider execution, ensuring optimal storage and ha...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage site logistics and inventory for high-value equipment. Lead efforts in storage, preservation, and logistics coordination, ensuring seamless operations across multiple...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of logistics management by overseeing equipment storage, inventory control, and site readiness. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations, reduce risks, and enhance ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading site logistics and inventory management for high-value equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient storage, preservation, and delivery, while ada...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead logistics operations for high-value equipment, ensuring optimal inventory management, site readiness, and preservation. Collaborate across teams to enhance supply chain efficiency and mitigate ri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a diverse team, overseeing a $600M inventory, and driving quality systems, logistics, and customer support to enhance performance and customer sat...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming accounts payable operations by implementing best practices, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while effectively...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Champion the design and lifecycle management of packaging systems for clinical and commercial cell therapy products, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards while maintaining product int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $210K *

Drive strategic partnerships as you enhance existing connections and develop new ones to create value in the marketplace. Collaborate across teams to optimize business results while leading with data...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $210K *

Empower strategic partnerships and drive business development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize partner ecosystems and enhance market positioning, balancing high-level v...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K *

Transform logistics operations by leading a high-performing team in managing warehousing and transportation solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving continuous improvements across the di...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our end-to-end supply chain, ensuring timely sourcing, production, and delivery of hardware, while establishing robust supplier relationships and strategies to mitigate r...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading supply chain planning strategies that align demand, inventory, and production with business goals. Drive operational excellence through collaboration, technology adoption...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by leading assembly processes, optimizing productivity, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while fostering talent development among a diverse team to achieve...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$211K - $274K *

Lead the charge in transforming global supply chain operations by architecting strategic frameworks, influencing executive governance, and driving enterprise-wide alignment to achieve measurable busin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Manage the supply chain function at the plant level, leading strategy and execution in production planning, material management, procurement, and logistics to ensure optimal operations and service lev...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by implementing standards across kiosk and facility operations, ensuring financial performance and customer satisfaction while leading a team of Area Managers nationwide...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$96K - $192K *

Partner with us to optimize internal logistics and material flow, ensuring timely availability for production. Lead a team focused on efficiency, continuous improvement, and safety within a dynamic op...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the strategic management of Line Stores and inventory functions, ensuring alignment with operational needs while maintaining compliance with aviation regulations and promoting safety and quali...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K *

Shape the future of Truck Maintenance by leading operational excellence across multiple branches, ensuring compliance and performance metrics are achieved while developing high-performing teams focuse...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects across logistics and supply chain, ensuring alignment among stakeholders while delivering on time and within budget. Drive operational excellence through e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing a dynamic Distribution Center, driving efficiency, cost effectiveness, and team development while ensuring high service levels and inventory integrity across operations...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive the optimization and governance of the Enterprise Maintenance Management platform, enhancing asset reliability through IBM Maximo. Collaborate across functions to deliver solutions that boost op...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $160K *

Tackle strategic operations for our Product & Engineering teams, enhancing methodologies, traceability, and executive visibility. Lead process improvements while managing a direct report, ensuring han...

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3 weeks ago

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

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.