The Head of Purchasing & Logistics Department will lead the end-to-end supply chain for beauty and lifestyle brands moving from China to the U.S. and into Amazon FBA or 3PL warehouses. This role is based in a remote-friendly, global brand accelerator focused on scaling high-potential brands with strategic ownership and impact.
What You'll Do
- Manage the end-to-end supply chain (sourcing → production → delivery → receiving) for China → U.S. → Amazon FBA / 3PL
- Own sourcing of the supplements and cosmetics in the USA and China
- Build and expand a pool of suppliers and forwarders; run supplier searches and benchmarking when needed
- Manage product development and packaging supplies
- Lead supplier communication: contracts, pricing, MOQ, payment terms, reconciliations, performance control
- Develop and improve supply chain management performance (planning, Amazon stock replenishment, international transport logistics)
- Handle quality issues and claims; negotiate corrective actions and compensation
- Own purchasing & logistics budgets; run landed-cost analyses and report key metrics to stakeholders
- Run warehouse management, choose 3PL vendors
- Build scalable planning tools, databases, and operating routines
- Lead and develop the team (Logistics Manager & Warehouse Manager) with clear KPIs
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain / Procurement / International Trade
- Proven experience working with Chinese and US manufacturers
- Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
- Deep understanding of Incoterms 2020, global logistics, customs, and documentation
- Experience managing end-to-end supply chains for e-commerce or Amazon-focused brands
- Strong analytical mindset (forecasting, budgeting, cost optimization)
- Experience managing production timelines and multiple suppliers simultaneously
- Financial literacy: understanding of COGS structure, margins, and working capital
- Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills (formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling)
- English Upper-Intermediate (B2+) or higher
- Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a strategic leadership role
- Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on when needed
Nice to Have
- Background in beauty, cosmetics, supplements, or lifestyle categories
- Experience scaling Amazon brands in the U.S. market
- Chinese language proficiency
- Experience building supply processes from scratch
- Familiarity with Amazon Seller Central reporting
- Experience managing DDP tenders and complex freight negotiations
- Exposure to ERP / supply planning systems implementation
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-growth environments
Technical Stack
- Excel
- Google Sheets
- Amazon Seller Central
- ERP systems
- Supply planning systems
Team & Environment
- International team of experts, including Logistics Manager & Warehouse Manager
- Remote-friendly team with hybrid, in-office (Miami), and remote setups; leadership role overseeing Logistics Manager and Warehouse Manager
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary with performance-based KPI bonus
- A leadership role with real ownership and strategic impact
- Opportunity to build and optimize a global supply ecosystem
- Fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and accountability
- 21 days of paid vacation + 3 personal days
- Remote-friendly setup with international exposure
- Direct impact on scaling high-potential beauty and lifestyle brands in the U.S. market
Work Mode
- Remote
- Miami (office presence)
- Hybrid, remote, and in-office setups available; remote-friendly
EEO: Not specified
