Summary
The Vice President Logistics leads end-to-end logistics strategy and execution for multiple luxury fashion Maisons across the Americas, overseeing warehousing, transportation, customs compliance, and sustainability within a shared services model. This role drives operational excellence, cost optimization, SAP integrations, and strategic vendor relationships while building and coaching a high-performing team.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute logistics strategy aligned with financial and operational objectives.
- Oversee third party warehouses, brokers, and freight forwarders managing contracts and service levels.
- Lead transportation and distribution strategy across North America and international markets.
- Manage customs compliance import export and duty optimization efforts.
- Drive sustainability initiatives including carbon reduction and packaging innovation.
- Lead logistics budget construction and track KPIs such as cost per unit and warehouse productivity.
- Negotiate contracts with 3PLs and freight providers to optimize cost structures.
- Oversee readiness for system implementations and lead RFPs for warehousing and freight.
- Coach and develop managers and analysts building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive logistics leadership experience ideally in luxury fashion.
- Proven expertise in 3PL management warehouse contracts and international logistics.
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success delivering cost savings while maintaining service levels.
- Experience with SAP system integration and logistics transformation projects.
- Knowledge of customs regulations trade compliance and duty optimization.
- Track record of building and leading high performing teams in a shared services environment.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to advise senior leadership.
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