Director, North American Logistics

Drive Medical•Port Washington, NY

12h

About The Position

Drive DeVilbiss has become a leading manufacturer of medical products with a strong and consistent track record of growth achieved both organically and through acquisitions. We are proud of our high-quality, diverse product portfolio, channel footprint and global operating scale. Our products are sold into the homecare, long-term care, retail, and e-commerce channels in more than 80 countries around the world. "Leading the World with Innovative Healthcare Solutions that Enhance Lives" The North American Logistics Director will participate in designing and managing a logistics strategy that integrates with the supply chain, minimizes total costs, and provides superior customer service, while overseeing a team across LTL, TL, small parcel, and drayage departments.

Requirements

5-7 years of global transportation experience, including knowledge of: High volume multi-mode service on outbound.
Experience negotiating freight contracts (inbound and outbound).
Experience configuring routing processes and systems that optimize execution across service and cost alternatives.
Demonstrated business acumen and knowledge of continuous improvement.
Demonstrated analytical and complex problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues tactically while developing strategic resolutions.
Strong project management skills.
Experience collaborating cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the implementation of transportation management systems (TMS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Overseeing the execution of end-to-end logistics strategies, including freight negotiations and contracting across all modes in North America, including LTL, TL, small parcel, and drayage
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to create a reliable, agile network that ensures the best service and customer experience at the lowest total cost.
Ensuring alignment with supply chain stakeholders and processes.
Participating in monthly and quarterly reviews of logistics, which includes service, cost, governance, and related issues.
Managing the development of outbound logistics financial plans and budgets.
Developing governance and KPI’s that ensure accountability and drive improved performance, in order to facilitate data-driven business decisions and the reporting of performance against plans, budgets, and strategic objectives.
Creating and maintaining strong relationships with carriers, service providers, and industry experts.
Serving as the subject matter expert for domestic logistics within the company
Developing and refining related processes, including cost analysis and freight audit and pay.
Ensuring data capture and accuracy that support finance.
Regularly present KPI’s and network updates to Sr. leadership
All other duties as assigned