The Associate Director, Commercial Logistics LATAM, will have general management responsibilities for distribution center & warehouse operations, import/export operations, and outbound transportation across the LATAM region.

The incumbent will have line management responsibility for products receipt, inventory control, order configuration, outbound processing, order/shipment quality and other value added services. They will interact within and across organizational boundaries including Global Supply Chain, Planning, Finance, QA, and the Commercial teams.

We are seeking a visionary Associate Director to lead and transform our logistics operations into a strategic enabler of customer satisfaction and business growth. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who thrives on challenging the status quo, driving innovation, and aligning logistics strategies with evolving customer expectations and business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team Leadership

Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing logistics team.

Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.

Lead change management efforts to support transformation and growth.

Operational Excellence

Oversee, drives and manage transportation, warehousing, distribution, and inventory management across all regions.

Develops annual warehouse budgets. Manages operational expenses relative to distribution operations; analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.

Works with the regional and integral logistics teams to drive competitive costs across the logistics and transportation modes – warehouse, ocean, air, truck and parcel.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics, KPIs, and lean methodologies.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.

Strategic Leadership





Develop and execute a long-term logistics strategy aligned with corporate objectives and customer needs.

Identify and implement innovative logistics models and technologies to improve efficiency, agility, and scalability.

Continuously assess global logistics trends and proactively adapt strategies to maintain competitive advantage.

Customer-Centric Logistics

Design logistics solutions that enhance the customer experience, reduce lead times, and improve service levels.

Collaborate with commercial and customer service teams to ensure logistics supports a seamless end-to-end customer journey.

Ensures all policies, practices and standards are consistent with business objectives and supports a multi-site operating environment.

Stakeholder Communication

Serve as the primary liaison between logistics and internal stakeholders including Sales, Finance, IT, Global Suppl Chain and Manufacturing.

Build strong relationships with external partners, including 3PLs, carriers, and suppliers, to ensure service excellence and cost optimization.

Communicate logistics performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and persuasively to executive leadership.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.

10+ years of progressive experience in logistics or supply chain leadership roles.





Proven track record of strategic thinking and driving transformational change.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Experience with ERP, WMS, TMS, and data analytics tools.

Robust understanding of WMS, TMS and Workforce Management applications, SAP, MS Dynamics 365 or similar ERP system required.

Experience in applying Good Distribution Practices (GDP) to warehouse operations.

3PL Management experience, including contracting, negotiation, and operational oversight.

Accountability for distribution center startups, transfers, and exits.

Experience with Network Design, Warehouse Technology, and LEAN principles.

Desirable requirements:

Expertise in managing an automated DC or Warehouse Operations environment.

Knowledge of inventory control, material handling, production, accounting/P&L; management and financial theories.

Ability to adapt quickly in an environment of shifting priorities with a strong sense of urgency; developed analysis, reasoning and decision-making skills.

Experience operating within a metric/KPI driven culture.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks concurrently.

Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Self-motivated, self-directed, capable of making large scale decisions independently.

Strong oral & written communications skills and able to effectively communicate and influence at all levels inside and outside of the organization.

Industry group affiliation in Distribution & Logistics Experience in MS Office; Advanced skills preferred in Excel, or similar database management applications.

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