VP, Logistics & Warehousing (US Remote)

About MISUMI Americas MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas. Vice President of Logistics & Warehousing About the Role Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain, the Vice President of Logistics & Warehousing will serve as a senior executive responsible for the full lifecycle of inbound and outbound logistics, warehousing operations, carrier partnerships, trade compliance, import operations, and distribution network strategy across MISUMI Americas. This leader will oversee logistics and warehousing operations across MISUMI Americas while also partnering with MISUMI’s global supply regions across Asia, Mexico, and beyond. They will help support and uplevel outbound logistics capabilities globally by sharing best practices, closing capability gaps, and ensuring strong end-to-end supply chain performance wherever support is needed. This is a remote role requiring frequent travel, approximately 25–40% , to MISUMI warehouses, primarily within North America, customer locations, and MISUMI Americas operational hubs. Impact in This Role The Vice President of Logistics & Warehousing will define and execute the Americas logistics and warehousing strategy in alignment with MISUMI’s global supply chain vision. This role requires a hands-on, strategic leader who can manage complex distribution operations, optimize transportation networks, lead trade compliance efforts, and build scalable processes across a multi-site DC network. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in logistics, warehousing, import operations, carrier management, and global supply chain execution, along with a strong ability to lead teams, manage large budgets, and drive operational excellence through data, technology, AI, and continuous improvement. Areas of Responsibility Strategy & Leadership Define and execute the Americas logistics and warehousing strategy aligned with MISUMI’s global supply chain vision. Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of logistics managers, warehouse supervisors, and operations analysts. Serve as the senior logistics voice in executive planning, budgeting, and cross-functional initiatives. Build a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability across all distribution center sites. Champion the adoption of AI and emerging technologies as core enablers of logistics strategy, embedding a data-driven, continuous improvement mindset across the logistics and warehousing organization. Warehousing Operations Oversee day-to-day operations across all MISUMI Americas distribution centers, including inbound receiving, inventory management, pick/pack/ship, and returns processing. Drive KPI performance, including inventory turnover, warehousing contribution profit, order accuracy, on-time fulfillment, dock-to-stock cycle time, and warehouse productivity. Lead facility rationalization, relocation, expansion, and greenfield distribution center projects as business needs dictate. Oversee facility contract negotiations as needed. Continuously optimize the existing WMS and automation technologies to improve throughput, accuracy, and scalability. Ensure Business Continuity Plans for MISUMI Americas’ warehousing operations are in place and ready to execute as needed. Identify and pilot AI-powered tools for demand forecasting, slotting optimization, labor planning, and inventory positioning to improve distribution center efficiency and reduce operational variability. Transportation & Carrier Management Negotiate and manage relationships with parcel, LTL, FTL,