Director, Global Distribution – Logistics

Brunswick Corporation

Director leading global distribution and logistics strategy for Brunswick, a global marine leader. Driving operational improvements and enhancing supply chain performance across regions.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeMenomonee Falls • Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $132,500 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the global distribution and logistics strategy aligned with growth, customer, and financial objectives.
Lead the design, optimization, and evolution of a scalable global distribution network to improve service, cost, and responsiveness.
Partner with executive leadership to enable market expansion, new product introductions, and enhanced customer experience.
Lead day-to-day performance of global distribution operations, including internal facilities, transportation networks, and logistics partners.
Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, customs requirements, and safety standards.
Drive operational improvements through data analytics, process discipline, and automation to enhance service levels and efficiency.
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global distribution organization across multiple regions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Manufacturing, and Procurement to align supply, demand, and fulfillment execution.
Own the global distribution budget, including cost management, forecasting, and performance tracking.
Identify and mitigate risks related to network disruption, geopolitical factors, and capacity constraints.
Advance sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of distribution operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in global distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Deep understanding of global logistics, transportation, warehousing, and trade compliance.
Proven track record of leading global distribution networks and executing strategic initiatives and managing both internal distribution operation and outsourced partners across multiple regions.
Demonstrated success aligning distribution strategies with business objectives, including revenue growth, margin improvement, and customer experience.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities with experience influencing at executive levels.
Strong knowledge of and experience with supply chain systems and technologies (ERP, WMS, and analytics & logistics technology platforms).
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), automation, and sustainability practices in logistics and distribution environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation
401k (up to 4% match)
Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
Wellbeing program
Product purchase discounts

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Hard Skills & Tools

global distributionlogisticssupply chain operationsdata analyticsprocess disciplineautomationcontinuous improvementLeanSix Sigmatrade compliance

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementanalytical skillsproblem-solvingdecision-making