Director Global Logistics

The role

The Director of Logistics will build and scale the global logistics function. This role oversees shipping, logistics, warehousing, cold chain management, and international distribution for Next Gen Sequencing and DNA Synthesis products.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the end-to-end logistics organization including domestic and international shipping, warehousing, and cold chain operations.
• Improve cold chain logistics programs to ensure product integrity.
• Oversee international shipping operations including customs clearance, import/export compliance, and coordination with freight forwarders, brokers, and carriers.
• Manage warehouse operations across all facilities for inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and order fulfillment.
• Develop and manage relationships with couriers, cold chain logistics vendors, and freight forwarders.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes and negotiate contracts.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Customer Support teams.
• Define and track key logistics KPIs and present performance reporting to senior leadership.
• Develop scalable logistics infrastructure and evaluate regional distribution strategies.
• Follow regulatory and ISO 13485.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 12+ years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing multi-site or global logistics operations in a life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical company
• Deep expertise in cold chain logistics, including validated temperature-controlled transport (2–8°C, –20°C, –80°C/dry ice), and packaging qualification
• Proven track record in international shipping and trade compliance
• Strong warehousing and 3PL management experience, including WMS implementation and optimization, inventory control processes, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to manage and develop high-performing teams across multiple locations
• Hands-on experience with ERP/TMS/WMS systems
• Excellent financial acumen to develop and manage a logistics budget and build business cases
• Strong executive communication and influencing skills

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (MBA or MS)
• SAP preferred

About the company

Twist Bioscience is a company with a mission to transform life sciences through Next Gen Sequencing and DNA Synthesis products.