Operations Director – Americas at ICAT LOGISTICS INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Secure Logistics, Cash Processing, Banknote Operations, Federal Reserve Compliance, CIT Oversight, Operational Performance, Risk Mitigation, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Supply Chain Management, Vaulting, Counterfeit Detection, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Operational Controls

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Description Operations Director – Americas – High-Value & Secure Logistics 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. The Opportunity We are hiring a Operations Director – Americas to lead regional secure logistics operations, with significant oversight of cash processing and banknote operations. This is a senior leadership role responsible for operational performance, Federal Reserve compliance, CIT oversight, and third-party cash processing governance across the Americas. The role includes hands-on leadership in daily cash processing activities in the New York and New Jersey market. What You’ll Be Responsible For • Drive multi country operational performance across secure logistics environments • Own KPIs across service, cost, quality, and safety • Align operational capacity with commercial growth and client commitments • Oversee third party cash processing providers and CIT partners • Ensure full compliance with U.S. Federal Reserve deposit standards and documentation requirements • Lead end to end banknote handling including vaulting, reconciliation, shipment integrity, and deposit execution • Govern counterfeit detection, discrepancy resolution, balancing controls, and variance management • Track shortage and overage rates, deposit timeliness, and operational risk indicators • Enforce high security standards across all operations • Maintain regulatory compliance in high value and high risk logistics environments • Strengthen operational controls, audits, and risk mitigation processes • Lead and develop regional operations teams • Build accountability, ownership, and performance culture • Drive succession planning and leadership capability • Champion a customer-centric mindset and ensure consistent, high-quality service. • Monitor and improve service levels, ensuring client satisfaction and contractual adherence. What We’re Looking For • 10+ years leading regional or multi country operations in secure logistics, cash processing, or high value environments • Direct experience in cash processing, banknote logistics, or CIT operations • Strong knowledge of Federal Reserve compliance and regulatory frameworks • Proven success managing third party providers in secure environments • Experience leading cross border teams • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field • Fluent English. Additional languages are a plus Why Join Us? Be part of a globally respected valuables logistics organization Operate in a role with real strategic influence Work across international markets and high-profile clients Shape and elevate security standards across an entire region Join a culture that values professionalism, precision, and proactive risk management Salary Range: Competitive starting salary from $130,000 Some travel required (by air and car) to support multi-site national operations.

Responsibilities

The Operations Director will lead regional secure logistics and cash processing operations across the Americas, ensuring compliance with Federal Reserve standards. They are responsible for driving operational performance, managing third-party providers, and overseeing high-value asset transportation.