Head of Logistics
Core
Building and leading a global logistics function from scratch to manage thousands of weekly international shipments of biological materials, ensuring speed, compliance, and reliability across regions.
Role type
0-to-1 Head of Logistics (Supply Chain)
Builds
Global logistics systems, carrier partnerships, and compliance frameworks for biological material transport
Domain
Biotechnology / Life Sciences / International Supply Chain
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
International logistics management, customs and import/export compliance, team building and leadership, data-driven system design, cross-functional collaboration, carrier relationship management, business continuity planning
Preferred skills
Cold chain logistics, hazmat handling, biotech industry experience
Technologies
Logistics reporting tools, data analysis platforms
Responsibilities
Design scalable logistics systems to minimize delays and costs; enforce global compliance and regulatory processes; establish monitoring tools and dashboards for shipment metrics; evaluate and optimize courier and carrier relationships; build and manage a high-performing logistics team; collaborate cross-functionally to forecast demand and support market launches
Seniority
Senior, 0-to-1 builder
