Sr. Director, Global Logistics & Distribution

SIMKHAI is searching for a Sr. Director, Global Logistics & Distribution. This position will own the end-to-end physical and transactional flow of product — from factory shipment through distribution, to customer delivery, and back through returns — across wholesale, DTC/ecommerce, and owned retail stores. This role is the single point of accountability for on-time, in-full delivery across all channels, and for the accuracy, efficiency, and cost discipline of every touchpoint goods pass through between production and the customer's hands. Success is measured in fill rate, on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, cost per unit shipped, and chargeback/compliance performance with wholesale partners.

Key Responsibilities

Order Management & EDIOwn order-to-fulfillment execution across wholesale, DTC/ecommerce, and retail channels, partnering with Finance/Credit on payment terms, credit approval, invoicing, and collectionsVerify customer account information (ship-to/bill-to, tax exemption status, account setup) is accurate and current before order releaseConfirm payment terms and credit approval status prior to shipment; hold and escalate orders that fall outside approved terms or credit limits (partnering with Finance/Credit on resolution)Maintain EDI accuracy and compliance across all wholesale trading partners (Saks Global, Bloomingdale's, Harrods, Shopbop, Nordstrom, etc.), minimizing chargebacks tied to ASN, invoice, and routing errorsWork directly with customers to resolve order discrepancies (PO mismatches, ship date conflicts, quantity/style errors, address or terms issues) prior to shipment, ensuring every order ships accurately and on approved termsServe as escalation point for order exceptions, allocation conflicts, and partner compliance issues3PL & Distribution Center ManagementManage global 3PL relationships (performance, cost, capacity planning, contract negotiation/renewal)Own DC value-added services (VAS): kitting, ticketing, folding, packaging customization, retail-ready prep per wholesale partner routing guidesSet and monitor SLAs with 3PL partners; run regular business reviews and drive corrective action plansDevelop seasonal logistics and DC capacity plans around market deliveries, product launches, retail openings, and peak ecommerce periods; identify capacity and delivery risks in advanceLogistics & TransportationOwn inbound logistics from factories/vendors to DCs (ocean, air, domestic drayage) in coordination with sourcing/productionManage outbound logistics from DC to retail stores, wholesale accounts, and DTC/ecommerce customersOwn carrier relationships, including carrier contract/agreement negotiation, renewal, and management, and freight cost management (partner with Finance on freight budget and variance)Develop freight strategies by region, channel, and service level; continuously optimize air/ocean mix, carrier selection, consolidation, routing, and delivery terms to reduce cost while protecting delivery requirementsDrive on-time delivery performance against wholesale ship windows and DTC delivery promisesOwn DTC/ecommerce fulfillment operations end-to-end — pick/pack, carrier selection and rate shopping, shipping SLAs, and cost-to-serve for direct-to-consumer ordersManage shipping and replenishment logistics to owned retail stores, including transfer shipments and store-level delivery windowsLead logistics and distribution readiness for new retail stores, concessions, international markets, franchise partners, and distributors, including inventory flow, replenishment, returns, customs, local delivery, and operational setupInventory ManagementOwn inventory accuracy across all locations — DC, in-transit, ecommerce, and owned retail storesPartner with Planning/Merchandising on allocation, replenishment, and inventory health (aged/excess visibility) across wholesale, ecommerce, and retailMaintain real-time inventory visibility across channels to support omnichannel fulfillment (e.g., ship-from-store or BOPIS, where applicable)Lead cycle counts, physical inventories, and shrink/loss investigation at DC and retail store locationsReturns ManagementOwn reverse logistics across DTC/ecommerce, owned retail, and wholesale (customer returns, chargebacks, RTV, defective returns)Design and enforce returns processing SLAs (turnaround time, disposition accuracy, restock rate) for both ecommerce customer returns and wholesale RTVPartner with Finance on returns reserve accuracy and root-cause reporting to reduce return ratesInternational Regulatory & Trade ComplianceOwn import/export compliance globally, including customs entry accuracy, HTS classification, and country-of-origin documentationManage customs power of attorney (POA), broker relationships, and CBP/ACE compliance across all import channelsEnsure denied-party/restricted-party screening and trade sanctions compliance on all shipments & 3PL/freight partnersMaintain compliance with destination-country import regulations for international retail, franchise, and distribution partners (labeling, product safety, VAT/duty, restricted materials)Partner with Legal/Finance to stay current on evolving trade regulations (tariff changes, free trade agreements, customs valuation rules) and assess business impactOperational Excellence, Systems & ControlsEstablish, document, and continuously improve SOPs and controls across order management, inventory, warehousing, logistics, returns, and trade complianceIdentify recurring operational failures and lead root-cause analysis and corrective action, reducing reliance on manual workarounds and one-off fixesOwn operational data integrity and system workflows across ERP, WMS, OMS, EDI, and related logistics platformsPartner with Finance and Technology to ensure inventory, orders, shipments, returns, and transactional data reconcile accurately across systemsPartner with Finance to ensure accurate reconciliation of inventory movements, freight and duty expenses, 3PL charges, returns, customer deductions, and operational accrualsEstablish controls to identify billing discrepancies, duplicate charges, inventory variances, and preventable chargebacksCross-Functional LeadershipPartner closely with Planning, Production/Sourcing, Wholesale Sales, Ecommerce, Retail Ops, and FinanceReport S&OP-aligned KPIs (fill rate, OTIF, DC turn time, cost per unit, EDI error rate, return rate) to CEO/Executive team monthlyLead, develop, and scale a lean, high-accountability operations team appropriate for a growth-stage businessKPIs / Success MetricsOn-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery rateWholesale chargeback rate / EDI error rateOrder accuracy rate (orders shipped with correct customer, terms, and product info - no post-ship corrections needed)DC cost per unit shipped, VAS cost per unitInventory accuracy (cycle count variance) across DC, ecommerce, and retail store locationsEcommerce fulfillment speed and cost-to-serve (order-to-ship time, shipping cost per order)Returns processing turnaround time and return rate trend (ecommerce and wholesale)3PL SLA adherenceCustoms/trade compliance audit findings (target: zero material findings) and duty spend vs. budgetFreight cost vs. budget and cost per unit/order by channel and regionOperational reconciliation accuracy and unresolved inventory/transactional variance

Qualifications

Must have a minimum of 10+ years in supply chain/logistics operations leadership, ideally in apparel, footwear, or accessoriesMust have deep experience with wholesale EDI (routing guides, ASN, invoicing) and major department store/e-tailer compliance requirementsMust have proven 3PL management and contract negotiation experience, ideally with global scopeMust have experience with DTC/ecommerce fulfillment operations and omnichannel inventory managementMust have strong systems fluency (WMS, OMS, ERP — NetSuite experience a plus)Must have working knowledge of U.S. import/export compliance (CBP/ACE, customs valuation, HTS classification) and international trade regulations relevant to global retail/distributionMust have experience scaling operations through a growth environmentMust have hands-on, builder mentality suited to a lean team structure

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) and PTO Additionally, we offer a generous clothing allowance and 50% employee discount off retailAbout Us:SIMKHAI is a luxury American fashion house where modern sensuality meets timeless luxury. Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, SIMKHAI redefines the contemporary wardrobe, transforming essentials into statements through innovative techniques and enduring design.In the SIMKHAI studio, Jonathan and the design team bring creative visions to life with precision and artistry. Each collection is designed for celebr ating life’s defining moments and elevating the everyday. enduring design. As SIMKHAI continues to evolve, its dedication to craftsmanship and innovation remains unwavering, ensuring every piece reflects the brand's modern spirit and timeless appeal.