Head of Logistics
$238,000–$294,000 year
HybridMountain View Santa Clara County, California, United States
Job Summary
Design and manage complex multi-modal domestic and international transportation networks to move autonomous vehicles and sensitive technical components across global deployment nodes. Recruit, design, and scale the Logistics organization from the ground up while mentoring internal talent. Own macro-level logistics financial planning and execute cost-reduction protocols without sacrificing pipeline velocity. Implement closed-loop and reverse logistics protocols for high-value asset tracking, return-to-vendor processes, and sensor retrofitting cycles. Drive the adoption of advanced TMS and ERP platforms to maintain strict tracking and ensure the accuracy of logistics master data. Establish internal controls for global trade compliance and architect tariff mitigation strategies. This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Head of Vehicle/SDS Supply Planning & Materials.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of scaling logistics leadership experience
- Proven track record of building, scaling, and mentoring a top-tier logistics team from empty headcount structures into cohesive, high-performing units
- Advanced operational command of global transportation networks, including international ocean/air freight forwarding, domestic trucking nodes, and international customs frameworks
- Strong strategic capability to think long-term about supply chain infrastructure while executing micro-level solutions to support immediate operations
- Exceptional cross-functional relationship-building skills to drive alignment across distinct program management, demand forecasting, and hardware engineering pillars
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Engineering, or an equivalent quantitative discipline
Desired Qualifications
- Deep automotive industry experience navigating tier-1 supplier freight flows, specialized vehicle transportation, production parts scheduling, or automotive aftermarket distribution
- Master's degree or MBA with a focus on global logistics, supply chain networks, or international trade operations
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