Head of Global Logistics

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.
The Role
Block is looking for a resourceful, analytical, and detail-oriented Global Fulfillment & Logistics Lead to develop and scale our Hardware logistics, fulfillment and distribution operations that will distribute to 100+ countries. This is a senior, execution-oriented role central to the development and enhancement of impactful, highly-visible hardware products.
You Will

• Manage a cross functional team owning the setup and management of Block's logistics network. Spanning freight, warehousing, fulfillment, and trade compliance
• Develop and implement a supply chain and logistics strategy that supports the global growth objectives for all of Block's hardware products across the Square, Cashapp, and Proto brands.
• Work with Product Marketing/Product Management counterparts to ensure the distribution strategy can meet GTM strategy needs, and to explore opportunities for product availability through distribution partnerships
• Work with business systems, finance, accounting, tax and other partner teams to deliver tools, systems, and processes to ensure smooth product flow, leveraging existing infrastructure where appropriate for the product and developing new tools where needed
• Develop supplier and distribution channel strategies and relationships that enable availability of Block's hardware
• Design and deploy business continuity plans that ensure we are insulated from a variety of risks
• Collaborate with the business unit leads to address broader supply chain challenges in adjacent areas, including but not limited to planning, operations, and packaging

You Have

• 10+ years of experience in logistics and operations work
• Experience in both established businesses and building from scratch in smaller (preferably startup) environments

We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page .
Block will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location's zone designation, please refer to this resource . If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A:
$217,800 - $326,800 USD
Zone B:
$217,800 - $326,800 USD
Zone C:
$217,800 - $326,800 USD
Zone D:
$217,800 - $326,800 USD
Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, healthcare coverage, flexible time off, and modern family planning are just some of our offerings. Check out our other benefits at Block.
Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. TIDAL is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we're helping build a financial system that is open to everyone.