Director, Global Logistics

Director, Global Logistics

Portfolio Business: Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

The Director, Global Logistics is responsible for defining and executing J.M. Huber's global logistics, transportation, and distribution strategy to support business growth, customer service excellence, operational reliability, and cost leadership. This highly strategic leadership role oversees approximately $150M in annual transportation spend, leads global transportation and trade compliance teams, and drives logistics transformation through network optimization, digitalization, sustainability initiatives, and strategic partnerships. As a key member of the Supply Chain leadership organization, this role influences enterprise-wide performance across manufacturing, distribution, supplier, and customer networks globally.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global logistics strategy aligned with business and supply chain objectives.
• Lead domestic and international transportation operations across truck, rail, ocean, air, parcel, and intermodal networks.
• Manage strategic relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, ports, terminals, and third-party logistics providers.
• Drive transportation sourcing, network optimization, and cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining service excellence.
• Ensure compliance with global trade, customs, regulatory, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
• Lead logistics digital transformation efforts through transportation management systems, analytics, automation, and ERP enhancements.
• Manage logistics budgets, operating plans, and overall financial performance.
• Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing global logistics organization.
• Establish executive-level partnerships with logistics providers, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve network performance and resilience.
• Lead the organization through transportation disruptions, market volatility, and supply chain transformation initiatives.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive logistics, transportation, and supply chain leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in transportation procurement, carrier negotiations, network optimization, and logistics strategy.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), ERP platforms, analytics, and supply chain planning tools.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large transportation budgets and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change, digital transformation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrated success building high-performing teams and influencing senior leaders, both directly and through matrixed organizations.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.

Total Rewards

J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. U.S. Market-Based Salary Range Director, Global Logistics [$144,200.00 - $187,200.00] In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout. Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub.

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance. J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required.