Director, Warehousing and Logistics
Director, Warehousing and Logistics
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Job Description
Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Director Warehousing and Logistics to manage and improve our new warehouse inventory control and order fulfillment operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in warehousing logistics supply chain management and transportation. This position will be responsible for ensuring that all goods are received properly inventory is controlled with good process and procedures and orders are processed and delivered efficiently accurately and in a timely manner. This role requires excellent organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage a team effectively. This position will work closely with various departments including manufacturing sales and customer service to ensure that all order fulfillment activities align with company goals and customer expectations. The Director Warehousing and Logistics will also be responsible for negotiating with carriers managing costs and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Additionally you will be tasked with implementing and maintaining best practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs. This is a critical role that requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances in a highly regulated industry.
Responsibilities
- Develop a high-performing organization and implement best practices to improve performance efficiency and compliance.
- Lead daily warehouse operations including receiving storage inventory control and order fulfillment.
- Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle counts reconciliations and ERP system controls.
- Manage raw materials finished goods and returned product flows
- Coordinate lot control serialization and traceability requirements specific to medical devices
- Direct domestic and international shipping operations ensuring timely cost-effective and compliant deliveries.
- Partner with freight forwarders and carriers to optimize service levels and costs.
- Ensure proper documentation for exports customs clearance and regulatory compliance
- Manage train and mentor warehouse and logistics staff fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Promote a safety-first culture and lead warehouse safety programs.
- Drive best practices using ERP (Dynamics 365) to optimize inventory and logistics workflows
- Develop and report on KPIs (inventory turns on-time shipments cost per order etc.) to senior management.
- Identify and implement process improvements automation opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
- Partner with Manufacturing Quality Regulatory Supply Chain Finance and Customer Service teams to align warehousing and logistics activities with company objectives
- Act as a key contributor during audits inspections and quality reviews related to warehousing and distribution.
- Stay updated on industry trends and changes in regulations.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in warehousing logistics supply chain management or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in shipping or logistics management.
- Experience in warehousing and logistics for regulated medical devices
- Experience with international shipping is a must-have.
- Experience with HAZMAT shipping procedures.
- Strong knowledge of shipping regulations and standards.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to manage and lead a team.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Proficiency in inventory and shipping software and tools.
- ERP experience is required. D365 experience is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
- Ability to develop and implement effective warehousing and shipping strategies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
EEO Statement
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals employment decisions at LeMaitre Vascular will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. LeMaitre Vascular does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender identity breastfeeding or related medical conditions religious dress military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This policy governs all aspects of employment including selection job assignment compensation discipline termination and access to benefits and training.
Applicants with disabilities may contact LeMaitre HR coordinators via telephone fax e-mail and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact LeMaitre HR at
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
