Senior Level Head of Logistics Department Jobs
Senior level head of logistics department jobs place experienced professionals in command of end-to-end supply chain strategy, distribution networks, and the cross-functional teams that keep operations running at scale. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Chemicals & Materials, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like Alvarez & Marsal, LANXESS, and Kuehne+Nagel hiring at this level now.
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- Lead a team of Analysts responsible for advanced logistics network design, optimization of inbound and return logistics, load density, frequency analysis, mode optimization, and logistics cost savings.
- Define methods and procedures to maintain lane level plans within plan for every part (PFEP), Transportation Management System (TMS), and ensure SAP aligned to ship calendar and transit.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement logistics plans between suppliers, carriers, plant/PDC, and material planning. Partner with purchasing to ensure carrier coverage. Support and develop KPIs to improve shipment execution against plan.
- Build and maintain the tools used to calculate utilization and maintain standard work against logistics plans (Alteryx and Tableau).
- Define transit standards and measure performance against.
- Serve as subject matter expert for lane implementation and partner with IT and Logistics Program Management in planning systems strategy and process. See beyond the status quo and be cutting edge.
- Analyze and report out on inbound freight spend.
- Collaborate cross-functionally on vendor selection, KPI measurement, and logistics process development. Own the role, and craft best in class strategies and process for exponential growth.
- Provide a customer-oriented approach to support the internal customers.
- Support future model planning to identify optimal sourcing locations based on total landed cost.
- Future model forecasting and planning working closely with finance for budget setting.
- 10+ years of experience in the automotive/operational logistics industry.
- Ability to lead a team through ambiguity, and interpret data to drive decision-making
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Data Analytics, Engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA or master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience creating and optimizing logistics plans and implementing them with carriers and suppliers and managing change cross-functionally between logistics ops and material supply.
- Hands-on experience working with Transportation Management System (TMS), SAP, and Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
- Ability to travel 20-25%
- Lead a team of Analysts responsible for advanced logistics network design, optimization of inbound and return logistics, load density, frequency analysis, mode optimization, and logistics cost savings.
- Define methods and procedures to maintain lane level plans within plan for every part (PFEP), Transportation Management System (TMS), and ensure SAP aligned to ship calendar and transit.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement logistics plans between suppliers, carriers, plant/PDC, and material planning. Partner with purchasing to ensure carrier coverage. Support and develop KPIs to improve shipment execution against plan.
- Build and maintain the tools used to calculate utilization and maintain standard work against logistics plans (Alteryx and Tableau).
- Define transit standards and measure performance against.
- Serve as subject matter expert for lane implementation and partner with IT and Logistics Program Management in planning systems strategy and process. See beyond the status quo and be cutting edge.
- Analyze and report out on inbound freight spend.
- Collaborate cross-functionally on vendor selection, KPI measurement, and logistics process development. Own the role, and craft best in class strategies and process for exponential growth.
- Provide a customer-oriented approach to support the internal customers.
- Support future model planning to identify optimal sourcing locations based on total landed cost.
- Future model forecasting and planning working closely with finance for budget setting.
- 10+ years of experience in the automotive/operational logistics industry.
- Ability to lead a team through ambiguity, and interpret data to drive decision-making
- Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Data Analytics, Engineering, or Supply Chain. MBA or master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
- Experience creating and optimizing logistics plans and implementing them with carriers and suppliers and managing change cross-functionally between logistics ops and material supply.
- Hands-on experience working with Transportation Management System (TMS), SAP, and Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
- Ability to travel 20-25%
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- Alvarez & Marsal38
- LANXESS5
- Kuehne+Nagel3
- Whatnot2
- Amazon2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services42
- Technology & Software10
- Chemicals & Materials5
- Retail4
- Electronics & Hardware3
Senior Level Head of Logistics Department Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level head of logistics department job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned full logistics functions, not just managed parts of them. Demonstrating that you have set supply chain strategy, led large teams through operational change, and delivered measurable improvements in cost, speed, or reliability will give you a clear edge. Certifications such as APICS CSCP or CLTD signal depth, but results-driven experience carries the most weight.
Which companies hire senior level head of logistics departments?
Companies hiring senior level head of logistics departments right now include Alvarez & Marsal, LANXESS, and Kuehne+Nagel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large manufacturers, national retailers, third-party logistics providers, and distributors with complex, high-volume supply chains that require seasoned strategic leadership.
Are there remote senior level head of logistics department jobs?
Yes, though logistics leadership roles often carry some on-site responsibility given the operational nature of the work. About 31% of senior level head of logistics department openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more common at this level since senior leaders are frequently expected to be present across facilities, vendor sites, or distribution centers.
What makes a head of logistics department role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope, ownership, and strategic accountability rather than task execution. At this stage, you are expected to set the direction for the logistics function, make decisions that affect the broader business, and develop the managers and specialists below you. Senior roles typically involve P&L or budget ownership, cross-departmental influence, and responsibility for designing systems rather than simply running them.
Which industries hire the most senior level head of logistics departments?
Senior level head of logistics department roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their operations depend on sophisticated, high-volume logistics networks that require experienced leaders who can align supply chain performance with broader business goals.