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About Wing
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.About Wing
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us. About The Role Wing is looking for a Head of Forward Logistics to join our Supply Chain team. This role will be based in Palo Alto, California . The Forward Logistics Lead is a critical role responsible for overseeing the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods from the point of origin to our customers and distribution network, encompassing both domestic and international operations. This role requires a deep understanding of transportation management, warehousing strategies, international trade regulations, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong execution skills, capable of optimizing our forward logistics network, ensuring regulatory adherence, and driving continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Develop and implement strategic forward logistics plans, including network design and optimization of the hub and spoke warehouse model.Oversee domestic and international transportation management, including carrier selection, rate negotiation, and route optimization.Manage and coordinate hub and spoke warehouse operations to ensure efficient receiving, storage, and distribution.Ensure full compliance with international trade regulations, customs clearance procedures, and documentation requirements.Collaborate with inventory teams to manage stock levels and optimize inventory flow across the entire logistics network.Oversee the end-to-end order fulfillment process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery for both domestic and international shipments.Build and maintain strong relationships with all logistics vendors, including transportation providers, warehousing partners, and customs brokers.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze data, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across all forward logistics operations. What You’ll NeedReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wing by 2x
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