Senior Director, Global Logistics

Posted 25 Days Ago
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2 Locations
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Senior level
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The Role
Lead global logistics strategy, oversee transportation and warehousing functions, implement technology for innovation, and develop a high-performing logistics team.
Summary Generated by Built In
Are you a visionary logistics leader with a passion for scaling global operations and delivering transformational results? Sensata Technologies is seeking a Senior Director of Global Logistics to lead the strategy, innovation, and execution of our global transportation and warehousing functions. This role is a critical part of our Global Operations Leadership Team and is instrumental in driving operational excellence, digital innovation, and end-to-end supply chain efficiency worldwide.

In this highly visible and influential role, you will:

  • Develop and execute a global logistics strategy that aligns with corporate growth objectives and enhances supply chain resilience.
  • Lead and optimize transportation networks across ocean, air, and ground, while overseeing warehousing operations to ensure cost-efficiency, service excellence, and compliance.
  • Drive global logistics transformation, including standardization of warehouse automation, adoption of advanced technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as a cross-functional business partner, influencing decision-making at the executive level and aligning logistics strategies with company-wide financial, operational, and customer goals.
  • Mentor and scale a world-class logistics team, fostering a high-performance culture across regional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Own and execute the global logistics roadmap with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and innovation.
  • Align logistics KPIs and performance goals with corporate and regional strategies.
  • Lead strategic planning and budgeting processes for logistics and distribution.

Operational Excellence

  • Oversee warehousing operations, including inventory management, fulfillment, workforce planning, and performance optimization.
  • Ensure end-to-end compliance with international trade regulations and local requirements.
  • Establish and manage contingency and continuity plans to mitigate global supply chain risks.

Technology & Innovation

  • Identify and implement emerging technologies (AI, IoT, automation) to enhance visibility, agility, and customer experience.
  • Leverage tools such as TMS, WMS, and ERP to drive digital transformation and operational performance.

Team Development

  • Build, inspire, and retain a high-performing global logistics team.
  • Lead with a continuous improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma), promoting agility and innovation.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global logistics and distribution, with a proven track record at the senior executive level.
  • Expertise in leading large-scale logistics operations across multiple regions and managing matrixed organizations.
  • Experience working in fast-paced automotive industry strongly preferred (Tier 1 Supplier)
  • Strong understanding of TMS, WMS, ERP systems (Oracle preferred), and modern supply chain technologies.
  • Demonstrated success in transformation, M&A integration, and operational scale.
  • Professional certifications such as APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or ISM are a plus.

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  • Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing

  • Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication

  •  As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together 

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Oracle
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The Company
HQ: Camarillo, CA
74 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Sensata | Xirgo is a leading provider of innovative, full-featured, application-specific wireless IoT communication devices.

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