Description
Who We Are
ICAT is a leading global logistics solutions provider built on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Through our fully integrated international network, we support clients facing high-stakes supply chain challenges, executing complex shipments with precision and accountability.
As part of the ICAT network, AVA Global Logistics represents our specialized division focused on secure, high-value asset transportation, including banknotes, refined and unrefined precious metals, and other valuable commodities. To support AVA’s expansion into additional high-value sectors and further strengthen ICAT’s capabilities, we are looking for top-tier talent to join our growing team.
Preferred location: UK, Germany, or Netherlands
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Global Director of Supply Management – Valuables-in-Transit (VIT) to lead the development and execution of global supplier strategies across our secure logistics network.
This senior leadership role is responsible for managing global relationships with Valuables-in-Transit providers, armored transport companies, and secure logistics partners, ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective movement of cash and valuables worldwide.
What You'll Be Responsible For:
- Develop and implement global VIT supplier and sourcing strategies
- Manage relationships with VIT providers, secure storage and secure ground transportation partners and ground handlers globally
- Lead contract negotiations and supplier performance management
- Ensure compliance with international security, banking, and regulatory requirements
- Drive cost optimization, operational excellence, and risk mitigation
- Partner with internal teams to support network expansion and supplier capability development
- Lead implementations like barcode scanning and physical trackers in countries around the world
Requirements
What we’re looking for
- 10+ years’ experience in logistics or secure transportation, with strong exposure to VIT or secure ground transportation
- Proven success managing global supplier relationships and contract negotiations
- Experience in managing multimillion-dollar logistics procurement budgets
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence across global, matrixed organizations
- Commitment to security, compliance, and operational excellence
Why join us
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of global valuables-in-transit supply strategy within a growing international organization, working closely with senior leadership and key industry partners.