Virginia Transformer Corp
Director of Logistics
Virginia Transformer Corp — Roanoke, Virginia, United States (On-site)
Position: Director of Logistics
Travel: Moderate travel required to plant and customer locations
Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package
Summary: Virginia Transformer is seeking a results‑oriented and hands‑on Director of Logistics to lead logistics strategy, transportation operations, and material flow across our multi‑plant network. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost‑effective delivery of highly specialized, custom‑engineered transformers and components to customers worldwide. The Director will oversee domestic and international logistics, including freight management, shipping operations, warehouse optimization, and logistics planning. This leader will partner closely with manufacturing, procurement, planning, and customer service to deliver operational excellence, visibility, and reliability across the end-to-end supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Lead logistics strategy and execution across U.S. and international manufacturing sites.
Oversee transportation, warehousing, and distribution operations for large‑scale, high‑value equipment.
Develop and manage relationships with carriers, 3PLs, and freight forwarders to ensure capacity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Optimize inbound and outbound logistics, including truckload, ocean, and air freight, to support production schedules and customer delivery timelines.
Implement best practices for packaging, material handling, and load planning of oversized and heavy equipment.
Establish logistics KPIs (OTD, freight cost per unit, transit time, carrier performance) and drive continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations (DOT, FMCSA, export/import documentation, and hazardous materials).
Collaborate with Planning and Production to align logistics strategies with build schedules and customer priorities.
Partner with Finance to manage freight budgets, cost reduction initiatives, and logistics forecasting.
Drive digital and data visibility through ERP systems, transportation management tools, and analytics dashboards.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of logistics and shipping professionals across multiple facilities.
Serve as a key partner to the VP of Supply Chain and executive leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or APICS/CLTD certification preferred.
12–15 years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in leadership.
Proven success managing large‑scale, multi‑plant logistics operations in manufacturing, preferably in capital equipment, heavy industrial, or transformer sectors.
Expertise in domestic and international freight management, 3PL partnerships, and export compliance.
Strong understanding of ERP and logistics management systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Demonstrated success in reducing freight costs while improving delivery performance.
Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration and execute under pressure.
Excellent analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills.
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Virginia Transformer Corp — Roanoke, Virginia, United States (On-site)
Position: Director of Logistics
Travel: Moderate travel required to plant and customer locations
Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package
Summary: Virginia Transformer is seeking a results‑oriented and hands‑on Director of Logistics to lead logistics strategy, transportation operations, and material flow across our multi‑plant network. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost‑effective delivery of highly specialized, custom‑engineered transformers and components to customers worldwide. The Director will oversee domestic and international logistics, including freight management, shipping operations, warehouse optimization, and logistics planning. This leader will partner closely with manufacturing, procurement, planning, and customer service to deliver operational excellence, visibility, and reliability across the end-to-end supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Lead logistics strategy and execution across U.S. and international manufacturing sites.
Oversee transportation, warehousing, and distribution operations for large‑scale, high‑value equipment.
Develop and manage relationships with carriers, 3PLs, and freight forwarders to ensure capacity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Optimize inbound and outbound logistics, including truckload, ocean, and air freight, to support production schedules and customer delivery timelines.
Implement best practices for packaging, material handling, and load planning of oversized and heavy equipment.
Establish logistics KPIs (OTD, freight cost per unit, transit time, carrier performance) and drive continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations (DOT, FMCSA, export/import documentation, and hazardous materials).
Collaborate with Planning and Production to align logistics strategies with build schedules and customer priorities.
Partner with Finance to manage freight budgets, cost reduction initiatives, and logistics forecasting.
Drive digital and data visibility through ERP systems, transportation management tools, and analytics dashboards.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of logistics and shipping professionals across multiple facilities.
Serve as a key partner to the VP of Supply Chain and executive leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or APICS/CLTD certification preferred.
12–15 years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in leadership.
Proven success managing large‑scale, multi‑plant logistics operations in manufacturing, preferably in capital equipment, heavy industrial, or transformer sectors.
Expertise in domestic and international freight management, 3PL partnerships, and export compliance.
Strong understanding of ERP and logistics management systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Demonstrated success in reducing freight costs while improving delivery performance.
Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration and execute under pressure.
Excellent analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills.
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