
Logistics Manager
Tradin Organic
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: California • United States
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About the role
- Manage the physical and systematic flow of inventory from origin destination through delivery, including movement between internal warehouse locations and sample room.
- Keep up to date on tariff codes/regulations, Ports, shipping carriers, routes, and rates, including all modes of freight (LTL, FTL truck, intermodal, rail, and ocean).
- Track carrier and logistics partner performance in the areas of service, damage, cost, and other scorecard attributes as defined.
- Provide input and guidance on selection decisions based on performance results.
- Help manage large Warehouse inventory moves, where needed.
- Monitor, analyze, and reduce logistics spending, including demurrage costs.
- Support Operations as needed in different product categories.
- Help select carriers and negotiate rates and contracts on larger programs.
- Assist carriers in process improvement to mitigate future issues.
- Track Warehouse inventory levels and report findings and solutions to the Commercial team.
- Work in partnership with Warehouse personnel, international carriers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and other logistics business partners and government agencies to facilitate smooth import/export of the product.
- Find and implement logistics solutions for new and existing programs, including negotiating large program rates to determine the most cost-effective options on most widely used lanes.
- Actively identify opportunities for improving freight planning and execution processes.
- Create strong working partnerships with internal team members through education, effective communication, follow-up, and accountability.
- Ensure Logistics Broker Contracts are signed/updated.
- Ensure Division is following the Entrusting Credit line requirements / submission for each warehouse.
- Point of escalation for logistics/customs issues to avoid demurrage and extend LFD’s.
- Point of contact for unchartered logistics and/or customs territory.
- Problem-solve larger freight damage claims by partnering with internal and external team members as needed.
- Drive carrier partners for resolution on individual claims
Requirements
- BA Business Management, Economics, Logistics or International Business
- At least 5+ years of experience in importing items, preferably food related.
- Knowledge of transportation and customs terminology and documentation
- Strong understanding of transportation providers/carriers' processes, costing, and service models
- Experience closely working with customer service, warehouse operations, and/or planning warehouse relationship experience
- Solid analytical skills and high detail orientation
- Candidate should be flexible and able to quickly adjust as the situation changes
- Working knowledge of ERP-based systems
- Proficiency with MS Office and Excel
- Ability to problem-solve, meet deadlines, and effectively escalate issues to the appropriate individuals
- High negotiations skills on rates as well as conflict resolution
- Able to handle stressful situations and deadline pressures well
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary due to significant interactions and coordination with multiple internal and external groups
- Role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
- High level of initiative and ability to work well in a team environment
- Bilingual Spanish speaking
Benefits
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(K) matching
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Volunteering Paid Time Off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
inventory managementlogistics managementfreight negotiationcustoms documentationtransportation terminologyanalytical skillsERP systemsMS OfficeExcelproblem-solving
Soft Skills
flexibilitycommunication skillsorganizational skillsmultitaskingnegotiation skillsconflict resolutionteamworkdetail orientationinitiativedeadline management
Certifications
BA Business ManagementBA EconomicsBA LogisticsBA International Business