LOGISTICS MANAGER – LOGIS002410-00001

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you ready to join a five-time US Best Managed Company award winner?! KENT Corporation has an exciting and rare opportunity to join their team as a Logistics Manager with a focus on international shipping! This critical role will have a primary focus on managing KENT Corporations import, export, and intermodal shipping operations. Carrier management, price negotiations, and load visibility are integral processes to keeping our shipments to our facilities and our customers on track and are a large responsibility for this position. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a passion for making an impact and want to be part of something special apply directly for consideration to join the KENT family today!

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Oversee Export, Import, and Intermodal logistics team member(s).

PRIMARY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Oversee day to day operations in Export, Import, and Intermodal Transportation for all Kent Corporation subsidiary companies.
– Ensure sufficient Export/Import/Intermodal equipment capacity for freight volume, anticipate need, and adjust levels to achieve coverage.
– Manage IPI/Ramp operations with Export/Import booking schedules using Intermodal partners, Ocean carriers, and Agents to ensure timely shipments while avoiding additional costs due to market conditions
– Establish/maintain relationships with Ocean carriers, Freight Forwarders, and NVOCCs to meet the current and future needs of all Kent Corporation subsidiary companies
– Manage Dangerous Goods ISO tank shipments while following DG regulations
– Oversee Canada/Mexico cross-border shipment customs compliance
– Negotiate FCL, LCL Air, and Intermodal Contract/Spot freight rates as well as assist Manager of Transportation Services with securing the most economic pricing for required routes
– Ensure Export and Import compliance with all relevant international trade regulations, including customs laws, tariffs, EEI/ITN filing, and documentation requirements
– Implement and maintain CTPAT certification requirements, ensuring security of the supply chain and adherence to CTPAT guidelines.
– Analyze costs associated with import and export operations, develop budgets, and identify areas for cost reduction.
– Identify and mitigate risks related to international trade, including delays, regulatory changes, and supply chain disruptions.
– Regularly analyze trade data and trends to inform strategic decisions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:

– Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field is required.
– Proven expertise in advanced data analysis, data management, and/or applications of these tools is beneficial (e.g. business intelligence, Power BI, Microsoft Dynamics AX, D365 etc).
– 10 years of experience in a similar role or equivalent discipline
– Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Access Word and PowerPoint)
– Experience working with a sense of urgency in a fast paced, autonomous environment
– Excellent decision making, people management, negotiation and problem-solving skills
– Must be a team player, and understand impact to others on complex business needs
– Effective written and verbal communication skills

TRAVEL:

– 5-10%

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity