Director, Global Logistics

Brown-Forman Corporation•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Direct, guide and coordinate a global logistics department with a spend of $100M+. The Global Logistics department is responsible for all global transportation, US logistics at Brown-Forman operated warehouses, and operational distribution activities across the Brown-Forman US Warehouse network. Works closely with internal and external customers, shipping facilities, suppliers and numerous transport/distribution companies utilizing supply chain management strategies in supporting and complementing sales & marketing activities. Oversee Global Transportation network to establish appropriate global strategies and maintain effective network design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Business Administration/Logistics or related area plus 10+ yrs of experience in logistics related fields in a consumer products company.
Working knowledge of supply chain management strategies, alcoholic beverage and transportation regulations, practices and procedures, external warehousing and manufacturing facilities, demand/supply planning and inventory management activities, and budget development.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain solid working relationships with all levels of personnel both internal and external to Brown-Forman.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills & proven management experience with the ability to resolve conflict.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Ability to travel internationally, visit production facilities and distributors.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, disciplines and staff; ability to organize and establish priorities.