Logistics Manager

Job Description

This is a full-time, direct placement role and company will be discussed later in the interviewing process.

To work closely with the Procurement, Projects and Sales departments to create timely, cost effective import and/or exportation of raw materials and finished goods. Individual is responsible for handling the technical details of international transportation – multiple modes, complex documentation, and varying customs regulations, and building relationships with logistics intermediaries. Serves as a logistics expert with knowledge of issues inherent with transporting over dimensional, project cargo worldwide.

Manages the performance of all domestic and international carriers, freight forwarders and freight brokers.

Ensures compliance with international and U.S. laws related to import/export activity.

Evaluates, on a project basis, trade-offs between modes of transportation, transportation costs, and service levels.

Managing department personnel to ensure on time deliveries of components

Supports Sales department by developing logistics strategies and processes for entering new and existing markets on a global basis.

Required knowledge:

Knowledge of international commerce and customs/trade regulations. Understanding of company’s strategic objectives and needs. Market Conditions – pricing, carrier availability, deliveries, etc... Analytical accounting and basic math.

Required skills or abilities:

Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Oral & Written Comprehension & Expression – The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and/or written words as well as the ability to communicate information and ideas in either spoken or in writing so others will understand.

Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Change Management – The ability to nurture and champion a culture of change by empowering employees to accept and embrace changes in their current work environment.

Negotiations – The ability to negotiate contact fostering favoritism to the organization.

Education:

Four-year college education

Experience:

5 – 8 yearsCompany Description

Abstrakt Talent Solutions is a Recruiting company that specializes in only Direct Placement opportunities. No role that we advertise will ever be contract to hire.