Logistics Director

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Logistics to lead the overall logistics and receiving operations supporting PV, HV, and BESS power system construction projects. This role is responsible for developing and executing the international logistics strategy, sourcing and managing logistics suppliers, and overseeing regional logistics teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant material delivery.
The Director of Logistics will lead a team of regionally based Logistics Managers, as well as Receiving Coordinators and Logistics Specialists. This role is accountable for high-level supplier negotiations, freight contract strategy, and the resolution of escalated logistics issues. The Director will also drive the development of logistics tools, analytics, and performance metrics to support continuous improvement and executive-level reporting.

Job Description:

• Strategic Leadership

  • Define and lead the global logistics strategy, including international freight sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.

  • Oversee regional logistics operations through direct management of Logistics Managers and their teams.

  • Align logistics operations with procurement, supply planning, and project execution goals.

• Supplier & Contract Management

  • Source and manage strategic logistics providers across domestic and international lanes.

  • Negotiate and award freight contracts, ensuring competitive pricing, service reliability, and compliance.

  • Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics and service-level agreements.

• Operational Oversight

  • Manage escalations related to delivery delays, customs issues, and reverse logistics.

  • Oversee freight invoice auditing and approval processes in coordination with finance and procurement teams.

  • Ensure consistent documentation practices across regions, including ASNs, BOLs, and customs paperwork.

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team, including managers, specialists, and coordinators.

  • Set departmental goals, establish best practices, and drive operational excellence.

  • Provide coaching, training, and succession planning to build team capability.

• Analytics & Reporting

  • Develop logistics dashboards and reporting tools to monitor performance, cost, and delivery metrics.

  • Present logistics performance and strategic initiatives to executive leadership.

  • Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations, including leadership of multi-regional teams.

• Proven experience in international logistics strategy, supplier sourcing, and contract negotiation.

• Strong proficiency in ERP systems, logistics platforms, and analytics tools (e.g., PowerBI, Excel, Python).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Deep understanding of freight operations, customs regulations, and logistics compliance standards.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$148,628.00 - $197,675.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J12030

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.