Logistics Director
Core
Own the end-to-end movement of physical products from Chinese factories to international warehouses and end customers, building a scalable, cost-efficient global supply chain.
Role type
Senior logistics director (DTC physical products)
Builds
Global logistics network, international freight, warehousing, and fulfillment infrastructure for a DTC publishing and consumer products brand.
Domain
International supply chain, DTC e-commerce, cross-border logistics (China to US/Europe/Asia)
Required skills
International freight management, 3PL and warehouse management, customs and compliance, inventory positioning and demand planning, contract negotiation, logistics cost optimization, end-to-end supply chain ownership, data-driven KPI reporting, process automation, stakeholder management across procurement/finance/sales.
Preferred skills
Experience with DTC/e-commerce brands, consumer products, publishing, toys/games, lifestyle or luxury goods, Kickstarter/crowdfunding businesses, China manufacturing environment, full chain ownership from factory to customer.
Technologies
Ocean freight, air freight, rail, express delivery, 3PL systems, inventory management tools, logistics KPI dashboards.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage global logistics strategy; manage product flow from China factories to international warehouses and customers; own international freight (ocean, air, rail, express); build and manage relationships with freight forwarders, 3PLs, and fulfillment partners; negotiate rates and contracts; optimize shipping routes, lead times, and costs; manage inventory positioning across markets; establish forecasting and replenishment processes; monitor inventory levels and stock availability; resolve escalations involving delayed shipments, customs, and warehouses; develop logistics KPIs and reporting; identify automation opportunities; build scalable logistics infrastructure.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
