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Director of Logistics roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for candidates with a supply chain, operations, or engineering degree. Most openings sit with large 3PLs, manufacturers, and e-commerce companies that file LCAs regularly and have established immigration counsel on retainer.
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At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL!
Job Type
Hybrid
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of North America Distribution & Logistics reports to the Vice President, Global Logistics & Distribution and is accountable for operational performance and execution across ZOLL ACT's North American distribution and logistics network. The role provides leadership across distribution operations, transportation, inventory execution, third-party logistics providers, customer fulfillment and regional network initiatives, with consistent focus on safety, quality, service, cost and productivity.
This position translates the Global Logistics & Distribution strategy into disciplined regional execution, including network capacity optimization, integration of current and future acquisitions, external and temporary storage solutions, systems stabilization and continuous improvement. The Director leads regional distribution resources and partners with Planning, Manufacturing, Commercial Operations, Finance, IT and Quality to improve end-to-end logistics performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manage North American distribution operations, including Wilmington and other assigned sites, with accountability for safety, quality, service, inventory accuracy, cost, productivity and site performance.
- Execute approved regional distribution network initiatives, including internal capacity optimization, distribution expansion, external and temporary storage solutions and third-party logistics (3PL) arrangements.
- Lead logistics and distribution integration for current and future acquisitions, including inventory transfers, warehouse integration, network alignment and operational readiness.
- Lead regional transportation execution, carrier performance management, freight cost optimization and relevant distribution and transportation budgets.
- Ensure reliable inventory movements, receiving, put-away, pick/pack, shipping, returns and customer order fulfillment across the regional network.
- Partner with IT and business owners to stabilize ERP-enabled distribution processes, improve transaction accuracy and implement warehouse management systems (WMS), automation and process improvements.
- Translate strategic priorities into executable plans with assigned owners, milestones, resource requirements, dependencies, risks and escalation mechanisms.
- Establish and manage performance indicators including on-time delivery/OTIF, lead time, inventory accuracy, labor productivity, warehouse capacity utilization and freight and 3PL performance.
- Lead operational relationships and service-performance reviews with regional 3PLs, carriers and distribution service providers.
- Ensure departmental audit readiness and compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements; lead root-cause analyses and corrective and preventive actions.
- Coach and develop site and functional distribution leaders, reinforcing clear accountability, succession capability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Commercial Operations, Finance, IT and Quality to remove operational barriers and improve end-to-end customer delivery.
INITIAL PERFORMANCE PRIORITIES - FIRST 12 MONTHS
- Stabilize and optimize North American distribution operations, with particular attention to capacity, inventory accuracy, productivity and customer fulfillment.
- Execute distribution integration activities for current acquisitions while developing repeatable capabilities for future integrations.
- Implement approved external and temporary storage solutions to manage capacity requirements and retain operating flexibility.
- Deliver measurable improvements in regional freight performance, transportation costs and carrier management.
- Improve ERP process adoption and reliability while advancing warehouse automation and WMS capabilities.
- Strengthen 3PL performance governance and support the North America network roadmap, including alternative distribution flows.
REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management or a related discipline required; advanced degree a plus
- 10+ years Progressive distribution, logistics or supply-chain management experience, including significant people-leadership responsibility required
- Proven experience leading multi-site distribution operations, transportation networks and third-party logistics providers required
- Experience executing acquisition integrations, warehouse transitions or other major distribution network changes required
- Strong working knowledge of ERP/WMS systems, inventory management, warehouse optimization and customer-order fulfillment required
- Experience managing budgets, cost reduction initiatives and measurable operational performance; medical device or other regulated-industry experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent cross-functional leadership, organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to drive execution through multiple teams.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen; ability to use business intelligence, performance dashboards and operational data to guide decisions.
- Effective executive communication, stakeholder management, problem solving and continuous-improvement capabilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Standing - Constantly
- Walking - Constantly
- Sitting - Occasionally
- Lifting - Constantly
- Carrying - Constantly
- Pushing - Constantly
- Pulling - Constantly
- Talking - Occasionally
- Hearing - Frequently
- Repetitive Motions - Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Extreme cold - Occasionally
- Extreme heat - Occasionally
- Humidity - Occasionally
- Wet - Occasionally
- Noise - Frequently
ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.
The annual salary for this position is:
$150,000.00 to $190,000.00
This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
INTRODUCTION
At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL!
Job Type
Hybrid
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of North America Distribution & Logistics reports to the Vice President, Global Logistics & Distribution and is accountable for operational performance and execution across ZOLL ACT's North American distribution and logistics network. The role provides leadership across distribution operations, transportation, inventory execution, third-party logistics providers, customer fulfillment and regional network initiatives, with consistent focus on safety, quality, service, cost and productivity.
This position translates the Global Logistics & Distribution strategy into disciplined regional execution, including network capacity optimization, integration of current and future acquisitions, external and temporary storage solutions, systems stabilization and continuous improvement. The Director leads regional distribution resources and partners with Planning, Manufacturing, Commercial Operations, Finance, IT and Quality to improve end-to-end logistics performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manage North American distribution operations, including Wilmington and other assigned sites, with accountability for safety, quality, service, inventory accuracy, cost, productivity and site performance.
- Execute approved regional distribution network initiatives, including internal capacity optimization, distribution expansion, external and temporary storage solutions and third-party logistics (3PL) arrangements.
- Lead logistics and distribution integration for current and future acquisitions, including inventory transfers, warehouse integration, network alignment and operational readiness.
- Lead regional transportation execution, carrier performance management, freight cost optimization and relevant distribution and transportation budgets.
- Ensure reliable inventory movements, receiving, put-away, pick/pack, shipping, returns and customer order fulfillment across the regional network.
- Partner with IT and business owners to stabilize ERP-enabled distribution processes, improve transaction accuracy and implement warehouse management systems (WMS), automation and process improvements.
- Translate strategic priorities into executable plans with assigned owners, milestones, resource requirements, dependencies, risks and escalation mechanisms.
- Establish and manage performance indicators including on-time delivery/OTIF, lead time, inventory accuracy, labor productivity, warehouse capacity utilization and freight and 3PL performance.
- Lead operational relationships and service-performance reviews with regional 3PLs, carriers and distribution service providers.
- Ensure departmental audit readiness and compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements; lead root-cause analyses and corrective and preventive actions.
- Coach and develop site and functional distribution leaders, reinforcing clear accountability, succession capability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Commercial Operations, Finance, IT and Quality to remove operational barriers and improve end-to-end customer delivery.
INITIAL PERFORMANCE PRIORITIES - FIRST 12 MONTHS
- Stabilize and optimize North American distribution operations, with particular attention to capacity, inventory accuracy, productivity and customer fulfillment.
- Execute distribution integration activities for current acquisitions while developing repeatable capabilities for future integrations.
- Implement approved external and temporary storage solutions to manage capacity requirements and retain operating flexibility.
- Deliver measurable improvements in regional freight performance, transportation costs and carrier management.
- Improve ERP process adoption and reliability while advancing warehouse automation and WMS capabilities.
- Strengthen 3PL performance governance and support the North America network roadmap, including alternative distribution flows.
REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management or a related discipline required; advanced degree a plus
- 10+ years Progressive distribution, logistics or supply-chain management experience, including significant people-leadership responsibility required
- Proven experience leading multi-site distribution operations, transportation networks and third-party logistics providers required
- Experience executing acquisition integrations, warehouse transitions or other major distribution network changes required
- Strong working knowledge of ERP/WMS systems, inventory management, warehouse optimization and customer-order fulfillment required
- Experience managing budgets, cost reduction initiatives and measurable operational performance; medical device or other regulated-industry experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent cross-functional leadership, organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to drive execution through multiple teams.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen; ability to use business intelligence, performance dashboards and operational data to guide decisions.
- Effective executive communication, stakeholder management, problem solving and continuous-improvement capabilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Standing - Constantly
- Walking - Constantly
- Sitting - Occasionally
- Lifting - Constantly
- Carrying - Constantly
- Pushing - Constantly
- Pulling - Constantly
- Talking - Occasionally
- Hearing - Frequently
- Repetitive Motions - Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Extreme cold - Occasionally
- Extreme heat - Occasionally
- Humidity - Occasionally
- Wet - Occasionally
- Noise - Frequently
ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.
The annual salary for this position is:
$150,000.00 to $190,000.00
This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Director of Logistics Jobs
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct link between your degree field and the logistics director role. A supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations management degree makes that connection explicit. A general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence unless your employer documents the role's technical requirements carefully.
Target companies with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for logistics and supply chain roles. Companies already running sponsored positions have immigration counsel, established HR processes, and budgets in place, which shortens your path from offer to petition filing considerably.
Verify prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your H-1B LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor. Accepting an offer below that threshold forces your employer to refile the LCA at a higher wage level.
Distinguish your executive scope in the petition
Logistics director roles vary enormously in scope. Document whether you manage multimodal freight, international customs compliance, or automated warehouse systems. Petition letters grounded in operational complexity and cross-border regulatory responsibility are harder to challenge than generic management descriptions.
Plan your filing timeline around peak freight cycles
Many logistics employers operate on Q4 surge schedules that freeze headcount changes from October through January. If your start date or H-1B transfer falls in that window, confirm your employer's HR capacity to process paperwork before the crunch begins, not after you've signed an offer.
Prepare international trade compliance credentials early
If your role includes import or export oversight, credentialing like a Customs Broker License or Certified Customs Specialist strengthens the specialty occupation argument and signals to employers that your profile is worth the sponsorship investment. Gather those credentials before applications, not during the offer stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Logistics role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS looks at whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Senior logistics director positions that involve supply chain optimization, international freight, or regulatory compliance typically satisfy that standard. Roles framed purely as general management with no technical degree requirement can face scrutiny, so the job description language matters.
What visa options exist for logistics directors beyond the H-1B?
TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role fits a qualifying USMCA profession, though logistics director is not a named TN category and eligibility depends on how the position is classified. The EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are common longer-term routes for experienced logistics professionals, requiring PERM labor certification filed by the employer before the immigrant petition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor visas for Director of Logistics roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for supply chain and logistics roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the process. Large 3PL operators, automotive manufacturers, and e-commerce fulfillment companies tend to file the most sponsorship petitions in this occupation category.
Does a three-year bachelor's degree qualify for H-1B specialty occupation in logistics?
USCIS evaluates foreign degrees on equivalency, not format. A three-year bachelor's degree from Australia, the United Kingdom, or India is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree when a credential evaluation agency confirms the equivalency. Your employer's immigration attorney will typically order that evaluation as part of building the H-1B petition.
Can a Director of Logistics on H-1B change employers without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file before your current status expires. Because logistics director roles are often project-bound or tied to specific network configurations, confirm the new role still meets specialty occupation standards before the transfer is filed.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director of Logistics jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.