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Logistics Manager

Company:
Sumisho Global Logistics (USA) Corp
Location:
Houston, TX
Posted:
May 11, 2024
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Description:

Summary of Position: Manage and control logistic arrangements and customer support

· Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

Whether working remotely, or in the office; employees are expected to work productively during daily operations.

· Communicate and support customers at a senior level which includes problem solving, monitoring, and attending meetings when necessary

· Oversee staff and trouble shoot daily operational issues

· Maintain compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations

· Vendor selection and management

· Support Director with various functions

· Assist Director with developing annual budgets

· Performance of accounting duties such as bill paying, invoicing, and collections

· Monthly reporting

· Review vendor invoices and payment details for accuracy before approving

· Support supervisors and staff in daily activity to expedite response time to customers as needed

· Support company marketing functions

· Provide insight into new logistics technologies, and skill sets

· Represent the company in a professional manner

· Set goals for staff and confirm results

· Urgent report, or reporting as directed on various issues

· Supervisory responsibilities:

· Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting well-qualified staff when necessary

· Terminate employees when necessary

· Addressing performance concerns in a timely manner

· Delegate and execute administrative duties

· Administrative tasks such as approving time sheets, paid time off and monitoring overtime

· Conducting performance appraisals for direct reports

· Abide by Human Resources policies, procedures, practices and lead by example

· Provide training whenever necessary to staff

· Create presentations, hold, and run meetings for staff

· Maintain positive employee engagement and actively manage staff

· Qualifications

· Experience dealing with various issues that may arise in the logistics process

· Knowledge of Customs Border Protection (CBP), Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), Non-vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), Partnered Government Agency (PGA), and all modes of global transport

· Ability to interpret import and export laws, policies, and regulations

· Experience dealing with different personalities

· Familiar with compliance matters involving government regulatory, logistics, and inventory matters

· Extensive computer skills, mathematics, written, and oral communication skills

· Ability to travel to support customers

· Education and Experience

· Bachelors’ Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

· At least 10 years’ experience in logistics and 5 years’ experience supervising

· Proven leadership abilities based on work experience

· ERP/TMS experience

· Additional Skills and Abilities

Skills/Abilities

Highly organized, excellent problem-solving skills, superior follow-up skills, quick learner and self- motivated

Computer Proficiency

Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience in SAP a plus.

Language skills

Secondary language a plus

Mathematical skills

Superior math skills, including conversions

Reasoning ability

Ability to analyze different problems and find solutions

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

HAZMAT certification is a plus, TWIC card

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Physical Demands

Sitting for long periods

Work Environment

Office environment

Ability to travel domestically by airplane or by car

External inventory checks

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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