Director, Worldwide Logistics & Warehousing

Pelican•Torrance, CA

71d

About The Position

As Pelican’s Director of Worldwide Logistics & Warehousing, you will shape the global strategy that powers our supply chain. This role oversees international transportation networks and 3PL distribution operations to deliver world-class service, competitive cost structures, and resilient logistics performance globally. This is a high-impact leadership position for an experienced logistics professional who excels at cross-functional partnership, operational innovation, and global execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in global logistics, transportation, and warehousing management.
5+ years of leadership experience managing regional or global logistics operations, including 3PL and carrier relationships.
Proven track record in developing and executing international logistics strategies for multi-region supply chains (North America, EMEA, Australia preferred).
In-depth knowledge of warehousing and inventory management procedures.
Outstanding leadership traits to include superior written, communication, problem solving, presentation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

Set Strategy and Direction: Define vision, long-range strategy, annual goals, and performance expectations for global logistics and warehousing operations.
Drive Performance Excellence: Adjust departmental activities, policies, and processes to exceed key performance metrics, service-level expectations, and customer satisfaction goals.
Partner Cross-Functionally: Build strong relationships with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, Product Marketing, and Customer Service. Support new product development initiatives that require freight, packaging, and logistics planning.
Capacity and Network Planning: Analyze volume trends and growth plans to ensure warehouse and transportation capacity supports current and future business needs.
Business Continuity & Risk Mitigation: Ensure contingency plans, redundancy, and best-in-class systems are in place to prevent and resolve operational disruptions.
Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization: Champion process improvement and drive annual global cost savings initiatives across logistics networks while improving service, lead time, and reliability.
Transportation Management: Oversee the annual transportation budget, freight strategy, and mode/method optimization to ensure cost-effective and high-performing shipping solutions.
Carrier & Vendor Management: Lead transportation carrier selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance management, ensuring compliance with volume and service commitments.
Customer Engagement: Collaborate directly with customers to understand logistics requirements and provide mutually beneficial delivery and pickup solutions.
3PL & Warehouse Leadership: Manage 3PL providers and warehouse operations to improve service levels, reduce cost, and compress lead times. Identify and implement new technologies and operational enhancements.
Value-Added Solutions Development: Develop and implement logistics value-added services (e.g., retail/consumer consolidation programs, forecasting alignment) to strengthen Pelican’s competitive position.
Global Alignment & Standardization: Coordinate with regional logistics teams to align strategies, harmonize operational practices, and standardize performance metrics and reporting across the global network.
Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive paid time off plans/Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities
401k plan – with immediate match
Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
Health Savings Account Contribution
Wellness Discount Program
Global Mental Wellness Program
Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
Peer to Peer Recognition Program
Service Recognition Program
Exceptional Employee Satisfaction Scores
Ample free parking with EV Charging Station
Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.