Global Logistics Manager
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Management
Contracts Manager, General Management -
Transportation
Overview
The Gig
The Global Logistics Manager provides strategic leadership and end-to-end oversight of all global and corporate logistics operations supporting the Virgin Voyages fleet. This role is accountable for the planning, governance, and execution of logistics activities for all products shipped to the vessels across every business function, including Hotel, Marine, Technical, Food & Beverage, IT, Marketing, Sales, and any other corporate departments.
The position ensures the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of consumables, spare parts, capital equipment, promotional materials, and strategic supplies, including those required for dry dock and special projects. Acting as the central logistics authority, the Manager establishes standards, drives cross-functional alignment, optimizes vendor performance, and leverages data-driven insights to enhance service reliability, control costs, and support enterprise-wide operational objectives across the global fleet.
The Gig
The Global Logistics Manager provides strategic leadership and end-to-end oversight of all global and corporate logistics operations supporting the Virgin Voyages fleet. This role is accountable for the planning, governance, and execution of logistics activities for all products shipped to the vessels across every business function, including Hotel, Marine, Technical, Food & Beverage, IT, Marketing, Sales, and any other corporate departments.
The position ensures the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of consumables, spare parts, capital equipment, promotional materials, and strategic supplies, including those required for dry dock and special projects. Acting as the central logistics authority, the Manager establishes standards, drives cross-functional alignment, optimizes vendor performance, and leverages data-driven insights to enhance service reliability, control costs, and support enterprise-wide operational objectives across the global fleet.
This position oversees end-to-end logistics execution across both operational and corporate supply channels and partners closely with suppliers, carriers, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), shipboard teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, product availability, and on-time delivery. The Manager plays a critical role in logistics strategy development, KPI ownership, operational problem-solving, and the use of data analytics to optimize overall supply chain performance.
The Manager is responsible for the company's logistics P&L, financial forecasting and end of month reporting.
The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to manage a global logistics network with consistency, safety, and operational excellence.
This gig is based at VVHQ - our swanky Virgin Voyages Head Office in Plantation, FL where we follow a hybrid work environment. We can't wait to “sea” you in person during our Collaboration Days, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, while you enjoy Mondays and Fridays' as remote days.
What You'll Be Up ToLogistics Operations & Planning
- Oversees global transportation operations across air, sea, and ground modes for all supply categories, including Hotel, Marine, Technical, Food & Beverage, consumables, replaceables, and spare parts, and corporate purchases heading to the ships.
- Manages logistics planning and execution for fleet operations across all ports and warehouse locations worldwide.
- Develops and maintains shipping schedules to ensure accurate and timely delivery across all transportation modes.
- Plans and executes logistics operations supporting dry dock activities in coordination with shipyards, 3PLs, and technical teams.
- Ensures safe and compliant storage, handling, and transportation of all goods, including regulated products such as food and controlled materials.
Vendor & Partner Management
- Manages relationships and performance of all third-party logistics providers (3PLs), ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs.
- Coordinates hotel-side logistics activities with the company’s procurement and logistics partner (The Apollo Group).
- Oversees relationships with carriers, freight forwarders,…
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