Mill · 4 hours ago
Global Logistics Operations Manager
San Bruno, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $202K/yr
10+ years expMill is a waste prevention technology company focused on eliminating waste, particularly food waste. The Global Logistics Operations Manager will oversee logistics and distribution operations, managing a logistics team and driving strategic partnerships to optimize efficiency and support the company's growth.
Animal FeedCleanTechFood ProcessingRecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Develop and execute end-to-end logistics and distribution strategies that ensure on-time delivery, optimized schedules, and cost efficiency across distribution, refurbishment, warranty, and special programs
Own and manage strategic relationships with 3PL distribution and logistics partners, driving operational efficiency and leveraging partner capabilities to maximize customer satisfaction and responsiveness
Lead continuous cost-optimization initiatives across the full distribution chain, from point of manufacture through last-mile delivery
Leverage advanced inventory and demand models to optimize pipeline inventory levels, balancing service levels, working capital, and risk of excess or obsolete stock
Select, evaluate, and manage all logistics partners, including leading pricing, contract, and performance negotiations
Analyze logistics spend and implement programs to capture all applicable tax, duty, and trade benefits for international shipments (e.g., USMCA, duty drawback, bonded inventory)
Oversee global import/export operations, including product classification, customs documentation, broker management, and compliance
Lead logistics strategy across multiple channels of distribution, including Direct-to-Consumer (D2C), Retail, and Business-to-Business (B2B) ensuring each channel is supported with the most efficient fulfillment models, service levels, cost structures, and compliance requirements
Design and optimize channel-specific distribution flows, balancing speed, cost, inventory positioning, and customer experience across distribution channels, retail partners, and enterprise or commercial customers
Design and implement scalable pack-out, fulfillment, and distribution processes that reduce order cycle times and enable flexible Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) and order configurations
Drive end-to-end optimization of reverse logistics, from customer service intake through refurbishment, replacement, and disposition of returned units
Partner with Systems, Finance, and Operations teams to define and implement logistics functionality within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and planning systems (e.g., NetSuite), ensuring accurate inventory, cost, and shipment visibility
Contribute to the development and adoption of AI-enabled planning and analytics tools to improve forecasting accuracy, scenario planning, and decision-making
Define and maintain a robust KPI framework for logistics partners, including service, cost, quality, and compliance metrics, with regular business reviews and executive reporting
Build, manage, and develop a high-performing logistics team, proactively assessing capacity and skill needs as the business scales
Serve as a key cross-functional partner to Manufacturing, Supply & Demand Planning, Product, Finance, and Customer Experience
Support new product introductions (NPI), line transitions, and go-to-market launches by ensuring logistics readiness, cost modeling, and risk mitigation
Own logistics budgets and forecasts, clearly communicating trade-offs, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership
Present data-driven insights and proposals to executives, influencing decisions on cost, service, network design, and growth strategy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field
10+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, or operations, including leadership of outsourced partners
Proven ability to define and execute logistics strategy in a fast-paced, hardware-centric environment
Strong working knowledge of global trade, customs compliance, freight modes, and reverse logistics
Experience implementing or operating within ERP and planning systems (NetSuite experience strongly preferred)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear operational and financial recommendations
Excellent cross-functional collaboration, project management, and stakeholder communication skills
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and scaling operations in a high-growth environment
Preferred
Conversational Spanish speaker and experience working with NetSuite a plus
Company
Mill
Mill offers a kitchen bin that dries, shrinks, and de-stinks leftover food, eliminating food waste.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$70.38MKey Investors
Climate Pledge FundPrelude Ventures
2025-12-16Series Unknown
2023-09-06Series C· $70M
2023-04-01Series Unknown· $0.38M
Leadership Team
Matt Rogers
Founder & CEO
Jeff Hoever
CFO
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