Director Global Logistics
Core
Build and lead the global logistics function to manage the movement of finished defense products from shipment readiness through customer delivery, ensuring compliance with international trade and export controls.
Role type
Director, Global Logistics
Builds
Global logistics network, freight forwarder/carrier/broker partnerships, and compliant delivery systems for defense products.
Domain
Defense industry, International Logistics, Export Control
Required skills
International logistics management, Customs and trade operations, Export-control execution, Dangerous goods logistics, Freight forwarder/carrier/broker management, Global routing and network design, Shipment compliance and release, Logistics performance and cost management
Preferred skills
Experience in defense or highly regulated industrial environments, Experience scaling logistics processes across multiple countries, Strong operational judgement under pressure
Technologies
None stated (via careerplan.io/jobs/e5398496-52e7-4957-939d-bf40317e74b6-director-global-logistics-at-harmattan-ai)
Responsibilities
Establish and manage a compliant, scalable global logistics system; Own customer delivery including transport planning, Incoterms, and customs clearance; Define and manage the global network of freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers; Integrate export-control and dangerous-goods requirements early into the delivery process; Build the logistics team and external partner network to improve reliability and cost.
Seniority
Director, Global Leadership
