Logistics Director jobs in Washington, DC

Logistics Director manages all aspects of an organization's logistics management function to control, deliver, and distribute products and materials to the destination. Implements an overall strategy, metrics, and processes to deploy an optimized logistic network and operations. Being a Logistics Director oversees critical and related inventory, distribution, and transportation operations that support the achievement of organizational goals and KPI's for product delivery and customer satisfaction. Selects vendors and negotiates rates and service levels and monitors performance. Additionally, Logistics Director ensures compliance with all regulations governing transportation of goods. Utilizes analytics to monitor and measure performance, identify problems in operations, and achieve high performance at optimal cost. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Logistics Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Logistics Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Logistics
  • Good360
  • Alexandria, VA FULL_TIME
  • Director of Logistics

    Job Description

    The Opportunity

    As the subject matter expert for all logistics and logistics activities, the Director Logistics is a key member of the Good360 team. The Director of Logistics reports directly to the SVP of Operations and serves as an advisor to the Executive team. He or she is responsible for overseeing the execution of strategies in support of the company’s growing Logistics operations (~$10M annual spend). This role will lead all aspects of the logistics network including fleet management, 3rd party logistics, cost management, demand planning, forecasting, and the logistics of inbound and outbound traffic. The Director Logistics will manage internal, cross-functional relationships and oversee significant third-party supplier and vendor relationships to ensure on-time performance of the outsourced Logistics network while controlling costs. They will establish strategy, structure, processes, and systems capable of scaling in support of the broader Good360 distribution strategies.

    The Director of Logistics is responsible for modeling company values, promoting the company culture and needs to be a 21st century leader and keep talent development and retention at the forefront of their objectives.

    How Good360 is Closing the Need Gap

    As the global leader in product philanthropy and purposeful giving, Good360’s mission is to close the need gap to open opportunity for all. We do that by partnering with more than 400 socially responsible companies to source highly needed donated goods and distribute them through our network of 100,000 diverse nonprofits that support people in need.Good360 has distributed more than $14 billion in needed goods, including more than $2.5 billion in goods in 2022 alone. Good360 has been ranked as the #2 charity on the Forbes list of America's top 100 charities in 2023 and has a 4-star Charity Navigator rating. The organization has also been recognized as both a top workplace in the Washington, DC metro area (by the Washington Post) and as a top nonprofit to work for in the United States (by NonProfit Times).

    Responsibilities

    • Establish, in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, multi-year Logistics strategies; aligned with company-wide strategic priorities and initiatives.
    • Clearly communicate Logistics strategy, tactical priorities, and performance expectations across the logistics organization and work collaboratively with leadership to ensure strategies are productively aligned.
    • Strategically manage key logistical partners, both globally and locally, with a focus on innovation, cost objectives and continuous improvement, as well as operationally ensuring the partners’ adherence to contractual obligations through SLAs,
    • Establish reliable forecasts and aggressive but attainable goals for unit economics ensuring these goals are linked to growth in the overall economic value of the business.
    • Guide execution against these plans, adjusting as market conditions change and evolve.
    • Assist Good360’s Fulfillment Centers and Nonprofit & Donation Strategy team in developing and implementing a strategy for achieving logistics targets.
    • Develop and oversee key business processes including procurement & carrier management, order management, shipment planning & execution, revenue billing & freight bill audit/payment.
    • Use data-driven decision-making to deliver meaningful results that align with the overall Logistics strategy and develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators that will direct the teams to success.

    Qualifications

    Minimum 7 years’ experience in the associated job duties and essential functions; Minimum 5 years of leadership experience.

    • BS/BA degree in Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field from an accredited college/university; MBA or MA/MS in supply chain is a plus.
    • Experience with a private company or large business unit, preferably with complex Logistics, fleet ops and logistics footprint.
    • Experience in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software and basic data analytics.
    • Experience with a WMS, TMS and broad knowledge of transit tracking systems.

    Benefits

    Our team is Good360’s greatest asset. We recognize that our team members contribute valuable skills, knowledge, experience, and passion that is critical to the pursuit of our mission and our progress toward closing the need gap. That is why we offer our team members numerous perks and benefits, including:

    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage programs (including competitive deductible and reimbursement policy)
    • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage 100% employer sponsored.
    • 403B plan with matching
    • Generous and flexible paid time off policy
    • Two weeks paid parental leave policy.
    • Hybrid work environment

    Work Location

    Hybrid work with an office in Old Town Alexandria, VA.

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Director of Customer Logistics - CPG
  • Ryder System
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking HERE. (https://ryder.com/job-applicant-privacy-policy)\ Summary This Director Customer Logistics is part of our SET (Start-up Effect...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Director, Global Logistics
  • Meso Scale Diagnostics LLC
  • Rockville, MD FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionThe Director of Global Logistics is responsible for the fulfillment planning function and shipment network design and optimization strategy, establishing a strong supply plan handoff to ext...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Director, Global Logistics
  • Default (MSD)
  • Rockville, MD FULL_TIME
  • The Director of Global Logistics is responsible for the fulfillment planning function and shipment network design and optimization strategy, establishing a strong supply plan handoff to external partn...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Senior Director - Logistics
  • A E M Inc
  • Springfield, VA FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY The Senior Director is a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and operational management of our logistics functions. Reporting directly to the VP/General Manager, this role acts on behalf ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Deputy director
  • Office of the Director of National Intelligence
  • Bethesda, MD FULL_TIME
  • Summary The Intelligence Community (IC) Chief Information Office (CIO) is responsible for advancing the Intelligence Community's mission by driving secure collaboration, integration, and information s...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Supervisory Transportation Specialist
  • Americorps
  • Washington, DC
  • ** Supervisory Transportation Specialist** **Department of Homeland Security** **Location** 1 vacancy in the following l...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admin-Strategic Logistics Compliance Manager
  • Griffin Consulting Partners LLC
  • Waldorf, MD
  • Job Description Job Description Job description The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistician
  • Orbis Inc
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Job Description: · The incumbent provides direct support to Product Support Manager (PSM...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facilities Coordinator for Work Management - Facilities Management - Georgetown University
  • Georgetown Univerisity
  • Washington, DC
  • Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global persp...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
  • Naval Sea Systems Command
  • Washington, DC
  • Summary You will serve as a SUPERVISORY LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST in the SURFACE SHIP READINESS PROGRAM; SURFACE S...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Analyst III - TS/SCI w/Poly
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Chantilly, VA
  • Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Logistics Analyst Senior supporting GDIT. GDIT is your place to ma...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager, Supply Chain Resilience
  • Healthcare Ready
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Location: Remote Type: Fixed-Term (Contract Ends December 31, 2024) Classification: Exem...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager of Purchasing and Export Compliance
  • Spirit of America
  • Arlington, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Are you looking to make a difference in the world by helping to advance freedom and demo...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Logistics Director jobs
$165,960 to $225,710
Washington, District of Columbia area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

Logistics Director in Pueblo, CO
Logistics manager responsibilities include organizing and monitoring storage and distribution of goods.
December 23, 2019
Logistics Director in Medford, OR
Logistics directors work with internal resources, requirements, and deadlines and take those of providers, suppliers, partners, and clients into account.
December 14, 2019
Logistics Director in Benton Harbor, MI
The Road Logistics division extends movement of cargo through trucks/trailers and has a clientele operating in petroleum, construction, steel, fertiliser and chemical and power sectors.
January 10, 2020