Director, Global Service Parts Planning - Logistics

Lead global spare parts demand planning, inventory policy, and lifecycle strategy across field stock, depots, and partner locations Define and optimize the global logistics and distribution network, including stocking strategy, transportation, and partner performance Set global stocking strategies by location and criticality to balance service levels and working capital Support service-part lifecycle governance for new product introductions, engineering changes, and end-of-life transitions Lead third-party logistics and repair partner governance, including performance expectations, service levels, and cost accountability Drive network and process standardization across regions while accommodating local market requirements Translate service demand signals into planning, repair, and distribution decisions through forecasting, capacity planning, and KPI-based operating reviews Oversee global depot repair operations, including capacity, turnaround, repair strategy, quality standards, and cost performance Partner with regional service teams, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, procurement, and external vendors to establish a standardized global operating model Build operating cadence, KPI reviews, and continuous improvement disciplines Shape the future-state service logistics operating model and evaluate adjacent service-related flows Build and lead a high-performing team of managers and individual contributors Improve part availability, first-time fix, customer downtime, inventory turns, excess and obsolete stock, logistics cost, lead times, and depot turnaround performance Requirements 10+ years of experience in service parts planning, aftermarket logistics, depot repair, field service operations, or adjacent service operations roles Proven leadership in global service parts planning, logistics, inventory optimization, distribution strategy, and partner governance Experience leading cross-functional teams and external partners in a complex, matrixed global environment Strong business and financial acumen Track record of transformation, standardization, and continuous improvement Global service operations mindset Ability to drive one operating model across regions while partnering across functions Data-driven, outcomes-focused leadership Ability to balance strategy with operational execution Strong influencing and communication abilities Ability to build trust across functions and executive stakeholders Comfortable leading through complexity, ambiguity, and transformation Flexibility to work global business hours with occasional after-hours support for escalations or major events Ability to travel internationally up to 20% for site visits, customer meetings, or leadership forums Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in global spare parts demand planning, logistics optimization, and inventory management, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead teams and drive strategic initiatives in complex, matrixed environments. Highest-signal resume keywords Global Service Parts Planning Logistics Optimization Inventory Management Cross-Functional Team Leadership Data-Driven Decision Making Hard Skills Service Parts Planning Aftermarket Logistics Depot Repair Operations Forecasting Capacity Planning KPI-Based Operating Reviews Cost Accountability Standardization Transformation Distribution Strategy Soft Skills Influencing Abilities Communication Skills Trust Building Leadership Through Complexity Flexibility Industry Keywords Global Logistics Inventory Policy Lifecycle Strategy Service Demand Signals Performance Expectations Continuous Improvement Disciplines Operating Model Field Service Operations Partner Governance Customer Downtime #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor