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Warehouse Operations Director

Job Description - Warehouse Operations Director

Overview


We are partnering with a global leader in beauty and cosmetic packaging as they evolve their distribution and fulfillment model from a 3PL to a 4PL environment. This role is designed for a hands-on, commercially minded Warehouse Operations leader who understands the end-to-end economics of warehouse and logistics operations and can serve as a true business partner.


This individual will oversee domestic warehouse operations, manage external logistics partners, and drive cost control, service levels, and operational scalability. The role requires deep knowledge of 3PL/4PL structures, labor models, and international logistics, including ongoing coordination with overseas manufacturing and shipments from China.


Key Responsibilities




  • Lead and optimize warehouse operations during the transition from a 3PL to a 4PL model.




  • Own the operational and financial performance of warehouse and logistics functions.




  • Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, freight partners, and vendors.




  • Oversee inbound and outbound operations, including pallet handling and storage; picking, packing, boxing, and loading; and domestic and international shipping.




  • Monitor and control key cost drivers, including pallet and storage fees, labor hours, shipping and freight costs, and packaging and handling expenses.




  • Build and manage labor models across hourly and salaried teams, aligning staffing with operational demand.




  • Track KPIs related to throughput, accuracy, service levels, labor productivity, and cost efficiency.




  • Partner with production, supply chain, finance, and leadership to align operational and business priorities.




  • Support international logistics coordination, including ongoing shipments from China.




  • Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and scalability initiatives.




Qualifications




  • Proven experience leading warehouse operations within 3PL and/or 4PL environments.




  • Strong understanding of warehouse economics and P&L impact.




  • Experience managing labor models, productivity, and workforce planning.




  • Knowledge of domestic and international logistics, including ocean freight.




  • Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels.




  • Experience within packaging, manufacturing, CPG, or regulated environments preferred.




Ideal Candidate Profile




  • Business operator with a strong financial and operational mindset.




  • Comfortable owning outcomes, budgets, and vendor performance.




  • Experienced in scaling operations and navigating structural transitions from 3PL to 4PL.




  • Strong communicator who can align internal teams and external partners.




  • Available for onsite leadership in Las Vegas.




Why This Role




  • Key leadership opportunity during a major operational evolution.




  • High visibility and direct impact on cost structure and scalability.




  • Opportunity to build a best-in-class logistics operation within a global brand.



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