Director, Global Transportation

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Global Transportation in United States.

This role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing end-to-end global transportation operations across domestic and international freight channels. The Director will develop and execute transportation strategy, optimize carrier performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and medical device standards. This position balances strategic planning with hands-on operational management, including freight cost optimization, performance analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, manufacturing, and customer service teams. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in global logistics, transportation systems, and carrier management, and thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. This position offers the opportunity to influence global transportation strategy while leading a high-performing team.

Accountabilities:

Lead and manage all domestic and international transportation operations, including ocean, parcel, truckload/LTL, drayage, and multimodal logistics
Develop and implement global transportation strategies aligned with business growth and service objectives
Oversee carrier relationships, including scorecards, performance reviews, and RFP execution for freight providers and 3PL partners
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, medical device standards, and global trade regulations
Drive operational excellence in shipment booking, tracking, routing, exception management, and process standardization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support S&OP, new product introductions, market expansions, and customer-focused logistics programs
Analyze transportation performance, cost drivers, and network efficiency to identify opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement

Requirements:

10+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or global supply chain management
Proven success managing global freight operations, carrier networks, and multimodal logistics
Experience in regulated industries, preferably medical devices, pharma, or healthcare manufacturing
Strong understanding of global freight management, Incoterms, customs processes, and international trade compliance
Proficiency with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), data analytics, KPIs, and scorecard governance
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strategic thinker with operational execution capability, cost optimization expertise, and results-driven mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred
Willingness to travel up to 30%, including occasional international travel

Benefits:

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with employer match
Generous paid time off and holidays
Opportunities for professional growth, career development, and global leadership impact
Collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance work environment

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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