Director, Logistics & Distribution

Salt & Straw•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Salt & Straw, we’re storytellers at heart. From the ingredients we source to the flavors we create, everything we do is rooted in curiosity, creativity, and community. As we continue to grow, we’re focused on building the systems and operations that support that experience at scale. We’re looking for a leader who can help shape how our product moves—from production to shop—ensuring it’s reliable, efficient, and built to support what’s next. Position Summary The Director, Logistics & Distribution is responsible for leading and scaling Salt & Straw’s logistics and distribution network—from warehouse operations through transportation and delivery to shops and partners. This role owns day-to-day execution while building the systems, processes, and network needed to support growth. You’ll lead warehouse and transportation teams, manage external partners, and ensure product moves reliably and cost-effectively across the business. This is a hands-on leadership role in an environment that is still evolving. Success requires strong judgment, comfort making decisions in dynamic environments, and a practical approach to building solutions that work—along with a commitment to teamwork, curiosity, and hospitality.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations
Experience leading warehouse, transportation, or logistics teams
Experience managing 3PLs or external logistics partners
Strong track record of balancing cost, service, and operational constraints
Experience operating in dynamic or evolving environments
Ability to build structure and improve systems while keeping day-to-day operations moving
A systems thinker who can translate complex inputs into clear, actionable decisions
A practical operator who builds solutions that work in real-world environments, not just ideal-state models
Comfortable making sound decisions in fast-moving, evolving environments
A leader who drives results through others and holds teams and partners accountable
Strong judgment with the ability to navigate competing priorities and make thoughtful tradeoffs

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting CPG, retail, or grocery distribution
Experience with cold chain or perishable goods
Experience implementing logistics systems (WMS, TMS, EDI)

Responsibilities

Lead and develop warehouse, transportation, and logistics teams, driving performance and accountability
Own logistics and distribution strategy, including freight, routing, and cost optimization
Oversee warehouse operations and 3PL partners to ensure service, accuracy, and efficiency
Translate demand forecasts into distribution plans and adjust based on real-time signals
Improve visibility and execution across the distribution network through systems and process improvements
Partner on ERP improvements and lead future implementation of logistics systems (WMS, TMS, EDI)
Monitor logistics costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency without over-engineering
Partner closely with Manufacturing, Shop Operations, and Finance to align production, demand, and distribution
Support new market expansion and evolving distribution complexity