Performance Health

Director, Global Transportation

CHICAGO, ILPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Performance Health

  • Job overview

    The Director of Global Transportation at Performance Health leads global inbound and outbound transportation strategy, impacting cost efficiency and customer satisfaction across the supply chain.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing transportation policies, negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance, driving cost savings, leading change initiatives, analyzing transportation costs, and overseeing key performance metrics and service levels.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a base salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 with bonus opportunities, healthcare, insurance, retirement programs, paid time off, family leaves, wellness programs, and discount purchase programs.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Management or Business Administration, 12+ years in Supply Chain & Transportation, leadership experience, 3PL management, domestic and international transportation expertise, budget management, financial controls knowledge, and must be able to travel 10-25%.

  • Work environment and culture

    Performance Health promotes a productive work environment with high employee engagement and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer valuing diversity and inclusion.

  • Company information

    Performance Health is a company focused on operations and supply chain excellence, serving customers with medical products distribution and related services.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines strategic leadership in global transportation with hands-on management of cost controls, compliance, and service excellence across multiple distribution and manufacturing sites.

Company overview

Performance Health is a global leader in rehabilitation, recovery, and sports medicine products, serving healthcare professionals, athletes, and patients. They generate revenue through the sale of branded products like TheraBand, Biofreeze, and Cramer, which are widely used in physical therapy, sports training, and pain relief. The company has a rich history, evolving from a small business into a major player in the health and wellness industry, known for its commitment to innovation and high-quality products.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight leadership in global transportation strategy, cost management, and 3PL service provider oversight, as these are central to the Director role at Performance Health.

  • Emphasize experience in negotiating freight contracts, managing inbound/outbound logistics, and developing key performance indicators aligned with cost savings and service quality.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Performance Health's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize application visibility and chances of consideration.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Performance Health's operations and supply chain divisions; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company supply chain initiatives or asking about their approach to transportation cost control.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'global transportation,' 'freight cost savings,' '3PL management,' 'contract negotiation,' and 'supply chain strategy' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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