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Experience
Experience
San Francisco, CA
Import Manager
San Francisco, CA
Mayert, Gutmann and Hudson
San Francisco, CA
Import Manager
- Keep abreast of developments and regulatory changes impacting customs compliance and compliance with other agencies impacting imports
- Develop staff to take on more responsibility
- Research, recommend, and implement new and improved routing of freight to gain efficiencies, reduce transit times and save cost
- Writes and administers yearly performance reviews
- Knowledge of all areas of U.S. customs regulations impacting compliant importation of apparel and fashion accessories including tariff classification, valuation, labeling, customs clearance and associated issues
- Develop staff thru transfer knowledge on new processes
- Monitor and report the performance of our ocean and air carriers for transit time/costs
San Francisco, CA
Import / Export Manager
San Francisco, CA
Hackett, Wolf and Gerhold
San Francisco, CA
Import / Export Manager
- To develop excellent working relationships with our global 3PL’s
- To develop new partners in both emerging and developed territories
- Perform internal audit for import compliance
- Manage Maquila program reconciliation based on inventory and equipment
- Work pro-actively with departments to prevent trade disruptions
- To develop the relationship between technology and seamless logistics
- Manage customs duty and tax programs (SAT, RECON) and all related record keeping
present
Phoenix, AZ
Import Export Manager N & Latin
Phoenix, AZ
Haley, Cormier and Jaskolski
present
Phoenix, AZ
Import Export Manager N & Latin
present
- Create and deploy a balanced global export performance scorecard with key performance indicators
- Manage regional trade import and export audit strategies, risk assessments and manage corrective action plans related to import and export control
- Responsible for the maintenance and development of contingency plans in the event of unforeseen interruptions in the supply chain process
- Works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision
- Develop and implement effective global trade network resources and business relationships with import and export control agencies and relevant local government contacts, to ensure compliance with governmental laws and regulations and to facilitate trade initiatives
- Assist with the Harmonized Tariff Standard (HTS) classification and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) classification of products
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders, freight forwarders, customs brokers, customs officers and other functional areas to ensure coordination and logistics of shipments
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Temple University
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Skills
Skills
- Ability to work at both detail and strategic levels; work calmly under pressure and with frequent interruptions, and display sound judgment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated history of competency with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) including anti-boycott regulations, sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customs Regulations (CR), and the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR)
- Strong computer skills including ability to research transactions and prepare reports in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) information systems, perform spreadsheet calculations, and quickly learn new software tools
- Strong program management experience
- Ability to prepare and review complex business documents
- Thoroughly familiar with international shipping documents such as commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, and export license; including consignee information, INCOTERMS, harmonized tariff code and nomenclature, country of origin, customs value, export classification, and license data
- Ability to prepare or revise procedures, work instructions, forms, and business flowcharts
- Excellent project leadership skills
- Demonstrated history of managing broker, forwarder, and carrier relationships
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Import, Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Working in collaboration with the Sourcing Director, creates sourcing strategies by commodity which will leverage and benefit all Groupe Dynamite banners and that are aligned to production calendar
- Monitors and guides import specialists and coordinators to ensure agreed upon production and delivery timelines are adhered to (Time and Action)
- Creates an onboarding plan which will ensure successful integration of new vendors to Groupe Dynamite processes and procedures
- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Design or a related field and/or DEC in Fashion Marketing or Fashion Design
- 10 years related, import and/or production experience (apparel industry)
- Experience in a leadership role
- Proven ability to collaborate at all levels and across functions
- Proven ability to lead and coach a team
- Excellent team cooperation
- Bilingual: French & English (written and spoken). Excellent English written
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Import Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Deep knowledge of the business & competitive environment in the local market
- Deep knowledge of national strategy & pricing, and budget, rate & occupancy impacts
- Deep knowledge of how to “sell & win the market” and an ability to guide others on competitive dynamics
- Knowledge of the media & advertising industry
- Ability to analyze data and apply analysis to market trends and competitive environment
- Ability to apply creative thinking and contribute perspectives to business challenges and
- Opportunities
- Ability to actively listen and partner with the National Account Executive and Campaign Planning on what will and will not work at the local level
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with clients during market visits
- Ability to balance needs of national sales team with the needs of the local market
- Ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective communications (written and verbal) at all levels of the organization and related contacts
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Advertising, Media, Marketing, or equivalent field, or a combination of relevant work and educational experience
- Reports to General Sales Manager
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Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for managing customs compliance issues for UNIQLO in the United States and Canada
- Review and audit customs entries and statements from customs broker
- Prepare and implement internal controls documentation for customs compliance
- Manage and respond to requests from US customs from time to time
- Manage import/export into Canada
- Interface with suppliers, other departments and customs broker to promote efficient information flow and accurate reporting
- Keep abreast of developments and regulatory changes impacting customs compliance and compliance with other agencies impacting imports
- Follow-up on open issues (e.g., pending drawback claims, protests etc.)
- Manage other customs and importing issues as they arise
- 7+ years in an importing, customs or compliance capacity
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics or Business Administration
- Customs brokerage license a strong plus
- Knowledge of all areas of U.S. customs regulations impacting compliant importation of apparel and fashion accessories including tariff classification, valuation, labeling, customs clearance and associated issues
- Proven success navigating a matrixed organization
- Ability to work in an ambiguous and start up environment
- Familiarity with other government agency rules impacting the importation of apparel and accessories (e.g., Consumer Product Safety Commission, Fish and Wildlife Service, etc.)
- Experience with Canadian importation
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Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Research, recommend, and implement new and improved routing of freight to gain efficiencies, reduce transit times and save cost
- Continually streamline and enhance department for more efficiencies
- Monitor and report the performance of our ocean and air carriers for transit time/costs
- Resolve all issues that may delay our cargos timely movement
- Develop staff thru transfer knowledge on new processes
- Writes and administers yearly performance reviews
- Writes and administers Corrective Action plans when needed
- Complete and quantifiable reporting on our transportation providers service levels
- Demonstration of sound and effective decision making
- Develop staff to take on more responsibility
- Bachelor Degree preferred
- Minimum 6 to 8 years experience in international transportation
- Must be able to react and implement new processes due to market conditions and government regulations
- Constantly looking for innovative ways to resolve a multitude of complex issues
- Microsoft Office, SAP knowledge preferred
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Import Product Development Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- A minimum of 8-10 years prior product development experience
- 3-5 years of direct personnel management experience
- Proficient computer literacy skills, to include Microsoft Office and Excel
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Regional Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Acts as a conduit between national sales and property owners for the successful completion of contracts
- Processes requests for space from account executives and determines whether the space is available
- Maps out appropriate media products based on specified demographics targets
- Ensures contracts are completed and correct, and that the charting matches the contract
- Manages design information and ensures Operations department hangs the correct design
- Investigates and resolves client complaints in cooperation with sales, marketing and operations
- Possess extensive knowledge of sales principles and practices
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills including delivering effective presentations
- 3+ years experience in Media/Advertising
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Ccoa Regional Import Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Works with the national sales, including NSG and national export sellers, to provide intelligence on how to best sell a market / region, seeking opportunities to increase revenue by providing additional options or solutions for future campaigns
- Maintains account plans that support development and/or sustainment of relationships with local agencies and/or direct regional contacts, by staying integrated with national sales teams and current with status of client needs; develops relationships with key local influencers (list aligned with local and NSG sales leadership) to drive awareness of CCOA differentiation and performance
- Maintains a list of in market contacts and customers for all national accounts to ensure clarity around customer decision mapping and key touch points
- Ensures the integrity of market sales inventory, rates and sales strategies within CCOA’s Sales & Proposal systems
- Proactively liaises with sales to monitor and approve any rates and inventory negotiations required to close a deal
- Maintains a list of in market contacts / customers for all national accounts to ensure customer decision mapping
- Produces market / regional Proof of Performance upon campaign completion for further sustainment of relationships with local agencies and direct regional contacts. Maintains integration with the national sales teams to fulfill direct client needs including but not limited to POP materials
- Eight + years in a successful sales, advertising, or marketing services organization
- Demonstrated insight into “sell and win the market” and an ability to guide others on competitive dynamics
- Ability to quickly learn and use company and customer system(s)
- Deep and broad business acumen with strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Planning- Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps
- Action Orientation- Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning
- Innovation Management- Is good at bringing the creative ideas of others to market; has good judgment about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; has a sense about managing the creative process of others; can facilitate effective brainstorming; can project how potential ideas may play out in the market
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Customs / Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Development of Standard Work for Customs and Import related processes
- Preparation for focused assessments and audits
- Customs Valuation including oversight of reconciliation program, assist management
- Duty reduction initiatives
- Development of requirements for Customs and Import related IT initiatives
- Responsible for implementing and managing entire ITC projects with significant scope and complexity
- Contributes to the department or business unit by applying their advanced knowledge of one or more ITC disciplines
- May develop and coach others
- Has expert knowledge that extends across multiple ITC disciplines
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Regional Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists in creating strategies for developing new and deepening existing business
- Provides high quality information on the local market, assisting in proposal strategies, maximizing market inventory and providing tactical inventory coverage options
- Manages post-contract activity as needed; coordinates and ensures fulfillment of client campaigns including materials, production execution and posting instructions quickly resolving issues when they arise
- Deep knowledge of the outdoor advertising business & competitive environment, national strategy, pricing, budget, rate & occupancy impacts in the local market/regional
- Excellent collaboration and client service skills; able to easily develop and foster productive business relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills including acumen in delivering presentations, ability to analyze and interpret requests and directions. Able to compose emails and other written documentation clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization and related contacts
- Understanding the Business- Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills needed to do the job; understands various types of business propositions and understands how businesses operate in general
- Peer Relationships -Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can resolve issues with peers with minimal noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support from others; encourages collaboration
- Communicating Effectively- Writes and presents effectively; adjusts to fit the audience and the message; strongly gets a message across
- Problem Solving- Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers
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High Volumne Import F&I Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Utilizing and supporting the dealership F&I selling process for compliance and disclosure with all vehicle deliveries
- Monitoring workflow on sales floor and utilizing systems and procedures to gain a better understanding of how to streamline a delivery process for higher CSI
- Following all dealership F&I delivery procedures
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Manager Import / Export Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent health country discipline and /or Logistics/Foreign Trade degree
- Deep knowledge of local and global regulations covering all kind of Import and Exports activities is essential
- 5-8 years of experience in foreign trade activities and logistic activities is essential
- Direct experience with the import/ exports operations
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Import & Export Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- 8 + years of experience with import and export, preferably with 6+ years of operation experience in Forwarder industry(Air or Ocean or Both) or 6+ years of Import & Export handling in Retail industry
- Sound understanding of International transportation practice in Ocean FCL & LCL business
- Sound understanding of China Import and Export Regulations
- Strong analytical and computer skills
- There is a mixed experience of ocean carrier, freight forwarder and beneficial cargo owner
- Strong capability to work under big pressure and ambiguity
- Innovative thinking on business model and operations
- Project leading and implementation experience will be a plus
- Can demonstrate a bias for action and result delivering
- Team work and supportive to team members
- Master or MBA is not mandatory but a plus
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Manager, Import / Export Operations Resume Examples & Samples
- Monitors internal and external performance and reports any deviation to appropriate program and functional authorities; working closely on corrective action plans
- Act as a single point interface developing and improving transportation methods to improve efficiency and effectiveness, continue to meet the delivery requirements of the customer
- Tracks and reports performance and claims. Performs cost analysis on transportation expenses and recommending modifications to meet industry “best practice
- Ensures full compliance for export transactions including the completion of export documentation, execution of export license determination, issuance of shipper’s letter of instruction, filing of Electronic Export Information by use of the US Automated Export System – AES) and export record retention
- Interfaces with customs brokers, suppliers and service providers to ensure consistency with defined import/export processes
- Provides production updates to customers as needed to explain backorders
- Creates and update import tracking reports
- Maintains and sends out the documents for wholesale duty drawback
- Creates commercial invoices and packing lists for export shipments
- Minimum of 5 years of international logistics experience
- Proficient in MS Office suite of software
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent time management, decision making, planning and organizational skills
- Masters Degree
- Experience in SAP environment
- Excellent knowledge of US Customs regulations
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Program Manager, Import Resume Examples & Samples
- Define & establish direct import business end-to-end operation process; execute and follow up accordingly
- Consistent to streamline and improve operation processes and individual process
- Work closely with Global Vendor Management and local business team to help them understand China import operation process, regulation and policy; provide enough inputs to make sure they make informed business decisions
- Work with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to remove any blockers, and support DI vendor successfully launch on China platform
- Lead individual local projects with multi-functional teams on operations, Systems and Service improvements, etc
- Deep understanding at Finance metrics on import business and provide correct inputs from business point of view. Process basic business analysis on finance data and draw out correct improvement actions
- Proactive daily operation tracking & periodical reporting
- 5+ years’ experience on International Trading or International Logistics, import is preferred
- 3+ years’ experience on working effectively with overseas stakeholders
- Solid big project management experience with multi-functional teams
- Think strategically and work independently, with skills to influence and drive for business results
- Strong quantitative data analysis and logical inference skills
- Soft skills on communication, time management and prioritization
- Highly self-motivated and result driven
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese
- Demonstrated success in exceeding business targets using a consultative, solutions-focused approach is a plus
- Presentation skills in a logic and succinct way is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree on marketing, business administration, international trading, economics or finance preferred
- SQL knowledge preferred
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Import Export Trade Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Expedite the import/export process by liaising with the regional Import/Export Coordinator, Distribution Planner, and Plant & Production Planning
- Administration of the import/export process (data validation, document requirements, execution of import/export paperwork)
- Respect of import/export rules, Government Compliance, Monsanto policies and procedures for all import/export transactions
- Monitor, record, analyze, and report on activities, trends, results, and recommendations relating to import/export activities
- Willing and able to jump in and be hands-on with the team during peak periods
- Bachelor's degree in a business or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in an import/export field
- Planning, organization, and problem solving skills
- Previous supervisory/management experience
- Degree discipline in Foreign Trade or related area
- Fluent in other language(s)
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Import / Export Operation Execution Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor degree is a must, international trade / economics major will be a surplus
- At least 5 years working experience in international trade field
- At least 3 years related management working experience
- Fluent English is a must both in written and oral
- Used to work under pressure
- Responsible and accountable
- Good communication skill and personality
- A team player
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Senior Specialist / Program Manager, Import Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage daily import and export transactions by providing oversight to logistic vendors and maintaining communication with Takeda teams to ensure the distribution process meets the product quality, project timelines and is compliant with all US and international customs regulations and laws
- Create educational and proactive communications to influence different functional groups to ensure import/export solutions being considered adhere to international trade regulations and product quality
- Create, develop and deploy procedures for global import/export distribution and recommend efficient and cost effective packaging materials for shipments based on product quality and project specification
- Responsible for supplying transportation and customs duties/ fees costs inputs to functional groups for financial budgets
- Manage the development of contracts, maintain vendor relationships and ensure the cost effective performance of all international logistical services providers (brokers/forwarders/carriers)
- Develop effective KPI measurable indicators for all aspects of import/export activities and provide reports to management
- Develop control documents (policies, procedures, processes, and work instructions) for Import and Export activities by collaborating with global import/export groups
- Prepare relevant import/export documents (i.e. pro forma/commercial invoices, application for import/export permits) and determine classifications such as Country of Origin, Tariff Code/Schedule B, Export Commerce Control Number (ECCN), FDA product codes, NDAs, INDs and customs valuations for products imported/exported to support Takeda projects
- Support the maintenance of a centralized, automated import/export system by updating trade regulations of countries and product classifications
- Create and support methodology for evaluating trusted trade programs and its impact on Takeda R&D business, provide recommendations to management whether Takeda should participate in the programs
- Minimum 5 years experience in trade compliance
- Minimum 8 years experience in R&D preferred
- Minimum 6 years experience in material management or clinical supplies logistics preferred
- Working knowledge and understanding of the Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA import/export regulations
- Knowledge of 19 CFR and Harmonized Tariff system
- Knowledge of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
- Knowledge of trade programs such as US Customs Programs including Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) and Importer Self-Assessment (ISA)
- Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills and personal judgment
- Ability to work independently and exercise independent sound judgment
- Ability to clearly advise, explain and discuss material and complex matters with internal colleagues and external customers
- Ability to develop, present, and follow through on innovative solutions
- Must be a team player; ability to develop and utilize collaborative relationships
- Leadership skills – ability to lead and train cross-functional project teams
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Area Parts & Import Manager, PS Korea Resume Examples & Samples
- Liaison for delivery and parts order fulfillment
- Communicate with HQ Parts team for on-time delivery, expediting for customer outage support
- Coordinate with customer and GE FF for logistics arrangement based on the contract
- Provide financial support for LC, bond issuance if needed
- Identify invoice based on shipment and Contract for cash collection within the time frame
- Support logistic arrangement and export control process for returning defect parts
- Support customer issue resolution if any
- Gate Keeper for Parts Data
- Provide accurate reports to finance – Order, Sales and Collection pacing
- Contribute to reach the committed sales and orders
- Import clearance and TAX Refund
- Apply and obtain necessary license for “Pre-Customs Clearance” in company level
- Lead the cargo forwarder and the customs broker for “pre-customs clearance” at each project
- Work with internal tax and finance team for maximum duties refund
- Maintain complete GEGS import record and ready for customs and duties audit by government
- University degree in Commercial or Engineering
- Able to communicate fluently in English with the multi functions
- Highly preferred to have Oracle experience in power plant industry
- At least 3~5 years of commercial operations, order processing, customer service or logistics
- Customer Oriented and ability to travel domestic
- Able to perform under extreme pressure and to very demanding customer schedules with sense of urgency
- Self-starter, high motivation level
- Excellent & open communication skill to develop relationship with multi-function in Region
- Negotiating skills and contract terms and conditions
- Customer facing and influence experience
- Willingness to adapt to time zone challenge
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Program Manager Import Logistics Resume Examples & Samples
- Building ground up Redshift database tables
- Manipulating/mining data from database tables (Redshift, Oracle, Data Warehouse)
- Creating automated metrics using complex databases
- Providing analytical network support to improve quality and standard work results
- Root cause research to identify process breakdowns within departments and provide data through use of various skill sets to find solutions to breakdown
- Foster culture of continuous engineering improvement through mentoring, feedback, and metrics
- Continual, effective collaboration with both external (Service Providers, Carriers, Vendors) and Internal Customers (Retail, Finance, Technology, Fulfillment Centers)
- Addressing barriers through problem solving, communication and active coordination with stakeholders
- Must be able to systematically escalate problems or variance in the operating plan to the relevant owners and teams, following through to resolution to ensure they are delivered
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent training/experience in Economics, Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field
- 4 years experience in business intelligence engineering
- Experience optimizing SQL queries to work with complex/large data structures with examples of resulting process improvement/continuous improvements
- Track record of effective data mining/report building
- Track record of effective program/project management
- Experience in supply chain or knowledge of basic supply chain concepts
- Proven analytical/problem solving skills and attention to detail, including the ability to recognize non-obvious patterns/predictors, with the ability to propose insightful hypotheses
- Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Self-driven; requires little oversight
- Master’s or higher degree in an analytical area such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering
- Experience working in a corporate environment and evidence of positive impact on real world business decision making using analytics
- Extensive experience in transportation/supply chain
- Clear examples of demonstrated analytical skill in prediction and optimization problems
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Import Operations Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Ops SME: Gain deep insight of the end-to-end physical, information, and financial flows that include both origin/destination AFN (Amazon fulfillment network) and AGL LSPs. Serve as the SME for import operations with thorough understanding of LSPs’ capability and capacity related to ocean and air freight, and Express parcel operation and brokerage
- SLA management: Proactively manage LSPs’ OTIF (on-time-in-full) performance per internal or external service level agreement (SLA). Collaborate with origin AFN or LSPs and landside operation to ensure a smooth handoff between upstream and downstream operations for on-time delivery of the freight to FCs per agreed timeline. Proactively resolve clearance and brokerage-related delays and corresponding charges
- LSP management: Track LSPs’ KPI to drive service reliability and flexibility improvement. Set up SOPs with LSPs to ensure the standard of work at lowest total cost for customers and Amazon. Develop and execute risk mitigation protocol to minimize service failures. Support procurement team with balanced LSP scorecard for overall performance evaluation
- Launch execution: Work closely with cross functional teams to execute the launch of new international or domestic lane per agreed design and timeline
- 5+ years managerial experiences with proven positive influences and delivery of high quality results
- Expert knowledge in major trade lanes and core cross-border ship modes (ocean, air, express parcel). Working knowledge of landside operations, customs regulation, tariffs, rates, and carrier management. Proven track record to manage vendors and third party logistics providers to drive their performance
- Ability to deal with ambiguities, conflicting priorities and multi-cultural environment. Work under pressure and aggressive timelines
- Strong analytical thinking, ability to convert strategy to operation, continuous improvement capability, project management skills, sensitivity to details, and exceptional organizational skills
- Multi-language skills is preferred although not a must (Chinese, Spanish, or some European language)
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Manager, Import Operations Resume Examples & Samples
- Leadership: Establish and lead a team that manages NA import operation. Foster strong and positive team spirit and develop team capability to deliver outstanding performance
- KPI owner: Own import operations KPI and metrics. Proactively manage the in-scope OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) performance with scalable operation capability in place
- Cost Reduction: Identify and drive cost reduction opportunities for import operations via improved LSP efficiency and reduced ad hoc charges. Drive or support procurement team’s sourcing of relevant LSPs
- Risk Management: Develop annual volume forecast and peak plan. Solve for capacity and capability issues ahead of the needs. Drive LSPs’ service reliability and flexibility. Identify at-risk operations and develop/execute contingency protocol to minimize service failures
- Lane/product strategies: Ensure cross functional alignment with import operation strategy. Propose or support relevant new lane and new product launches that add values to customers and/or Amazon. Jointly design and implement optimal operation models for different customer segmentation, service level agreement (SLA), service models (fulfill to order vs. fulfill to stock), and Inco Terms. Seek synergies in these varieties for operational efficiency gain
- Communication: Communicate operation and program status, risks, and propose resolutions to key stakeholders. Work closely with upstream and downstream teams, as well as other cross functional teams to identify and remove systematical failures to improve consistency and precision of the AGL service commitment to internal and external clients
- Ops/Tech SME: As the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for import operation. Possess deep understanding how business requirements are realized by Amazon’s tech solutions. Serve as SME for Cross Border Transportation Management Systems (XBTMS). Provide Business Requirement Document (BRD) or feature requests to ensure tech support for relevant operations scalability
- Compliance Operations: Execute compliance strategies and processes set up by WW compliance team. Work closely with local compliance teams and brokers to manage compliance issues identified for cargo and documentation flow. Familiar with all aspects of compliance requirements, including trade compliance, product quality/safety compliance, packaging, trade, tariff, as well as TSA, DOT regulations, as well as Other Government Agencies (OGA) regulations
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in supply chain, import/export management, trade compliance, or similar field
- Able to deal with ambiguities, conflicting priorities, and work under pressure. Embrace cultural variations. Able to work flexible hours (occasionally weekend/evening follow-ups)
- Expert knowledge in major trade lanes and core cross-border ship modes (ocean, air, express parcel); as well as working knowledge of import/export operation regulation, tariffs, rates, and carrier management
- Strong ability to manage vendors and third party logistics providers to drive their performance
- Advanced degree (MBA, MS) in supply chain, import/export management, trade compliance, or similar field
- 2+ years of experiences with Amazon in FC, supply chain, NA inbound scheduling or transportation
- Strong data analysis capability
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Import Export Manager N & Latin Resume Examples & Samples
- Establish import and export procedures and guidelines and ensure supplier, company awareness and compliance to (regional) host governments’ regulatory requirements
- Monitor regional regulatory and legislative changes and alert the regional management team
- Develop and implement effective global trade network resources and business relationships with import and export control agencies and relevant local government contacts, to ensure compliance with governmental laws and regulations and to facilitate trade initiatives
- Provide trade expertise in regional export compliance including product classifications, documentation, and reporting
- Stay current with global trade business knowledge and translate into actionable business recommendations and business plans
- Operate as the regional escalation and focal point for import and export related issues
- Provide expertise and issue resolution when employing any special import and or export control program
- Assist with the Harmonized Tariff Standard (HTS) classification and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) classification of products
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders, freight forwarders, customs brokers, customs officers and other functional areas to ensure coordination and logistics of shipments
- Responsible for the maintenance and development of contingency plans in the event of unforeseen interruptions in the supply chain process
- Create and deploy a balanced global export performance scorecard with key performance indicators
- Manage regional trade import and export audit strategies, risk assessments and manage corrective action plans related to import and export control
- Manage regional import and export record retention requirements
- Establish and drive regional import and export risk assessment to ensure sound business practices and program implementation; oversee corrective action plans related to trade activities with service providers
- Collect, share and make visible any customs, trade and compliance related matters for Global Services Logistics business
- Represent Global Services Logistics on internal compliance matters; to include transition and implementation of acquired company products
- Coordination with the Global Trade Compliance Department and Legal Departments in import and export compliance matters
- Provide overview of compliance tools to internal users and stakeholders
- Fluent in English and Spanish, spoken and written
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent
- 3-6 years of experience in trade compliance comprised of; international work experience managing global trade programs including import, export, warehousing, distribution, duty brokerage, customs, and compliance globally
- Ability to determine trade requirements for dealing with global service logistics business
- In-depth regional knowledge of compliance and ethics frameworks and principles, and experience in compliance programs based in US Federal, State, and or applicable international laws
- High level of experience working with government trade and or compliance regulations
- Knowledge of import and export procedures and regulations inclusive of Harmonized Tariff Standard (HTS) classification; Export Control Classification Number (ECCN); license designation; country of origin; valuation; commercial invoice; Shipper’s Export Declaration; import declarations, international incoterms and regulations
- Knowledge of trade and customs brokerage processes
- Knowledge of product regulatory compliance (battery transportation and storage), and product safety regulations (Argentina SICyM Nº 171/16, Haiti (SGS), Peru MTC )
- Ability to apply existing policies, procedures and best practices to analyze a variety of complex problems related to compliance
- Ability to work with all levels of management and various supply chain functions, and effectively influence top level management
- Works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong computer skills; ERP/MRP skills a plus
- Proficient with MS Office applications i.e. MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Prior experience using a MRP or ERP system is preferred but not required
- Dangerous goods certification; air, ocean, ground cargo transportation and storage a plus
- U.S. Customs Broker License a plus
- Fluent in Spanish and or Portuguese a plus
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Ocean Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum 5 years of experience in similar position and/or industry
- Minimum 5 years of experience in managerial and leadership position
- Excellent verbal and written English
- University graduate
- Proven knowledge of Ocean Import shipment legislations and procedures in Indonesia as well as its customs brokerage requirements
- Excellent discipline, computer, and communication skills
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Import Production Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- At least eight years experience in a production environment with a minimum of four years managerial
- Computer proficiency in MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word
- Excellent interpersonal skills supporting a team environment
- Excellent time management/project skills
- Strong planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
- Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands
- Knowledge of production: trade regulations, testing protocol, production integrity, production cycle times, fabric and garment construction
- Ability to demonstrate proactive problems solving skills
- Ability to monitor employee performance, to provide feedback, and to develop employees
- Ability to create and maintain a cooperative team environment that promotes high performance standards and attainment of goals
- Ability to travel overseas as needed
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Experienced Import General Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- In accordance with company policies the General Sales Manager hires, trains, and motivates all dealership department managers
- Ensures that sales managers (new and used) understand dealership policies, procedures, and sales systems
- Holds regularly scheduled Managers meetings to ensure that every department is operating efficiently and profitably
- Reviews and recommends compensation plans for all employees
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Import Operations Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to execute supply chain solutions
- Proven expertise planning and operating multiple import and export models to, from, and within the Americas region for land, ocean, and air modes
- Experience scoping solutions with pros/cons related to legal and tax implications, customer experience, speed, and import/export costs
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Business, Logistics or similar field
- 4+ years of experience managing large scale cross-functional teams
- 4+ years managing imports, exports, and/or reverse logistics supply chain
- Process flow design experience
- Willingness to travel up to 50% of working time
- MBA and/or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field
- Proficient with SQL (or other query language)
- Canada, Mexico, or Brazil operations experience
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations
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Seafreight Manager, Import Resume Examples & Samples
- Participates in the development of strategies of the operation together with Senior Manager and in line with business field strategy
- Accountable for the arrangement, monitoring of freight; PL responsibility
- Evaluate current processes and structure and make any necessary changes in order to achieve KPI/targets
- Supports the organization's strategy by providing data and recommendations on costing, operational alternatives and creating efficiency
- Performance reviews of direct reports for careers progression
- Interfaces regularly with customers and other divisional operations staff throughout KN
- 6+ years’ experience in the Freight Forwarding business; with the majority of experience in Sea freight
- Previous experience in a management or leadership role is preferred
- Should have experience managing a profit and loss center and execution of business plans
- Operational and market expertise on the main sea trade lanes (TPEB, TAWB) as well as solid product knowledge on LCL Logistics
- Some understanding of the importation process and customs clearance process in Canada would be an asset
- Strong numerical skills are requires
- Attention to detail and accuracy as well as good time management
- Advanced computer skills, including full proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required
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Senior Product Manager EU Direct Import Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop and improve vendor relations and import sourcing for branded and exclusive label products in Amazon EU to give our customers access to selection that was not previously available
- Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders of partnered vendors to grow and optimize the joint import business
- Negotiate all terms & conditions, contracts with new and existing vendors moving towards a direct import model
- Drive integration between new vendors and Amazon supply chain, product compliance and merchandizing processes
- Contribute to the development of best practices and contract standards
- Monitor, analyze and own key performance indicators such as vendor import share, out of stock rate, vendor operational metrics, marketing investments
- Work with vendors and Amazon operations to ensure a reliable, operational a cost effective flow of goods, from ordering to receive
- Drive a substantial profit contribution to our growing business across the EU
- Work with internal teams to understand the systems and variables that affect purchasing and vendor management decisions, and drive joint negotiations at an annual pan EU level
- Lead projects and regular business improvement initiatives as may be decided from time to time
- 6+ years of experience in sales/business development/account management with P&L or revenue centre responsibility
- Strong business judgment with a track record of successful negotiations and overall relationship management with top level organization delegates at the manufacturer side
- Tenacity to drive business independently and thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment is essential for success
- Experiences in business with international supply chain/import challenges, preferable in retail
- German, French, Spanish, Italian or other additional European languages
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Import Purchasing Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Maintain leadership, training and development of import purchasing department efforts, including management of import purchasing coordinators
- Work efficiently with internal domestic and international departments
- Assist with inventory control to review, reduce, and eliminate excess and obsolete inventory to meet budget guidelines
- Communicate and coordinate with internal staff (Sales, Customer Service, Operations and Accounting) to maximize customer satisfaction
- Work to resolution any PO discrepancies with customer and/or shipper
- Help to expedite purchase orders and follow purchase order through order process to time of receipt
- Manage demand forecasting to improve supply chain efficiencies
- Coordinate vendor returns
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Manager of Export Import Control Resume Examples & Samples
- Extensive experience in drafting, submitting and implementing complete TAAs and MLAs
- Strong attention to detail and follow through with the ability to resolve situations that are ambiguous or incomplete
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
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Regional Import Sales Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Regularly calls on and interfaces with national advertisers in a local market/region as a subject matter experts on market assets responding to questions and requests in a timely manner to drive revenue and sustain excellent direct client relations
- As directed and assigned, oversees the coordination and follow-up for agencies or direct clients, including market rides, entertaining, presentations, and other after-campaign actions within the local / regional market
- Monitors and manages the market/region’s import activity, including outstanding proposals and pipeline
- Five + years in a successful sales, advertising, or marketing services organization
- Knowledge of Clear Channel Outdoor products, revenue & expense drivers
- Proficiency in market geography and the ability to navigate the market / region for client ride presentations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.)
- Getting Work Done Through Others- Manages people well; gets the most and best out of people he/she works with; sets and communicates goals; measures accomplishments, holds people accountable, and gives useful feedback
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Import / Export Senior Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Four-year degree in related field
- 5 years’ of proven experience managing a dynamic Import/Export compliance program at a corporate level
- The ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Group Leadership skills
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Senior Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Customs Broker License is required
- Bachelor’s degree plus five to seven years of international freight forwarding/logistics experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- 4+ years of people management experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal). Must be able to effectively articulate views both internally and externally with clients
- Proficient in MS Office, specifically Word, Outlook and Excel
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Air Import Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Arranges delivery
- Ensures handling of required Import documents according to regulations and internal procedures
- Creates, builds and maintains excellent relationships with key suppliers both internal and external
- Identifies training needs and opportunities to develop a highly skilled functional department
- Creates, builds and maintains relationships with other internal functions (e.g. Capacity
- Acts as subject matter expert for ad hoc operational questions with regards to accounts which are being serviced
- Ensures that proper implementation of customer has been conducted before Operations is starting regular business service
- Interacts with Customer Service, Operations, Product, and Global Service Centers, if required
- Drives Continuous Improvement in Process Flows for AI as well as with the Warehouse and Dispatch work streams
- Extensive knowledge of AFR Import Operations
- High Level Leadership Skills (communication, motivation and interpersonal
- Easily capable of making well informed decisions
- 8+ years Freight Forwarding experience
- 5+ years of supervisory or management experience
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Import Operations Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for Imports of across General Merchandise, Clothing, Food, Frozen, GNFR & BWS- COGS value over £1b
- Managing the global import operation as a key enabler to delivering the Global Sourcing strategy
- Responsible for the leadership and coaching of the Import operations team
- Managing & Influencing change across the business units, driving behavioural change in Trading and Merchandising
- Accountable for delivery of continuous improvement opportunities
- Establish and implement standard operating procedures across all operations
- Management of inbound haulage, merchant haulage and rail operations
- Ensure key stakeholders are kept informed of developments in the shipping industry and international supply chain
- Industry leading route to market lead times, in line with the imports strategy to will enable a lean and cost effective end to end supply chain
- Drive YOY improvement in ‘Talkback’ scores in line with divisional targets
- Manage and develop the BWS ways of working, systems track and trace implementation, making it simpler in engaging and working with our central supply chain teams
- Leading a range of third party suppliers to deliver an effective and efficient solution time after time
- Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and project management skills
- Excellent inter-personnel skills, a team player with a positive “can do” outlook and an ability to influence at Director level both internally and externally
- High level of understanding of the International Supply Chain, ways of working and regional challenges, standard industry procedures and best practise
- Proactive, self-motivated, organised and diligent with an attention to detail
- Strong leadership skills in line with Sainsbury’s values
- High level of understanding of Trading, Global Sourcing, Insurance, Finance, Distribution and Supply Chain Operations gained in an FMCG environment
- Strong knowledge of road, sea, air & rail freight services and providers
- Good IT skills with particular emphasis on MS Office packages
- Understanding of the HMRC requirements relating to International Imports
- Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- High level of understanding of Third Party Logistics industry and able to demonstrate an extensive network
- Ability to energise and lead & influence cross functional teams
- Removes barriers to change by working with and through other colleagues to create a shared vision of the future
- LI-KE
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Direct Import Senior Operations Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage vendors’ goods on time delivery; Key KPI will be driving vendor on time delivery to 95%
- Manage vessel on time departure; Key KPI will be driving 95% vessel on time departure within 7 days
- Follow up on any issues within the supply chain; from orders being placed until goods are into FC
- Coordinate among Quality team, Transport team, Logistic Service Provider and vendors for trouble shooting
- Conduct weekly vendor training via Webinars / Onsite; Own and continuously improve vendor self-services and trainings
- Optimize Bonded Logistic Park operations
- Resolve Vendor disputes and manage charge backs for low performing vendors
- 5+ years in operations, logistics, process improvement
- Experience working with complex data sets and proficiency in SQL, Excel
- Proven ability to lead large and complex cross-functional projects
- Experience working with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- English should be excellent
- Deal with ambiguity
- Flexible, possess strong written and oral communication skills, be team oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines while working on several projects simultaneously
- Must show ability to champion change and drive for improvements
- Ability to manage a large group of external and internal contacts and communication
- Must be a proven team leader and role model
- Experiences in working with EU customers or stakeholders
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EU Direct Import Senior Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage and drive projects that delivers to the overall goals and objectives of the team
- Conduct and lead in weekly project meetings for updates and deliverables
- Proactively monitoring program performance to identify, address and prevent potential issues
- Self-driving projects and initiatives to optimization of transportation lead times, costs and service levels across various internal teams
- Systematically escalate problems or variance in the operating plan to the relevant owners and teams, following through to resolution to ensure projects and initiatives are on track to completion
- Work within various time constraints to meet business critical needs (often managing multiple, time-sensitive and high priority initiatives simultaneously), while measuring and identifying activities performed and ensuring service requirements and timelines are met
- Initiate projects and initiatives to drive for optimization and improvement in the Supply Chain Operations
- Completed Bachelor’s degree or higher in: Supply Chain, Engineering, Logistics, Mathematics, Physics or similar field
- 6+ years in Project and program management/Operations/Supply Chain/Logistics/Transportation management
- Professional working proficiency in English
- Excellent communication, both verbal and written, with proven ability to effectively manage, influence, negotiate, and communicate with external business partners and internal teams to meet operational performance goals
- Advanced knowledge of Excel is required, including use of lookups and pivot tables
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment where continuous innovation is desired, maintain strong focus on detail, prioritize workloads, and always meet deadlines
- Experience analyzing data and communicating the results to business leaders
- SQL and Access knowledge will be an advantage
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Import / Export Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Advise site general managers and senior staff, including division finance personnel, about trade compliance aspects and risks of proposed business decisions; collaborate effectively with peers at related company sites
- Review with site department managers their trade compliance internal controls (procedures, work instructions, forms, checklists, and tools) to ensure they are current and compliant
- Work pro-actively with departments to prevent trade disruptions
- Monitor compliance activities and the effectiveness of internal controls
- Manage Maquila program reconciliation based on inventory and equipment
- Manage customs duty and tax programs (SAT, RECON) and all related record keeping
- Perform internal audit for import compliance
- Produce and analyze reports from ERP/MRP and other information systems
- Oversee calculations for preferential treatment under Free Trade Agreements (e.g. NAFTA)
- Oversee relationships with freight forwarders and customs brokers; audit for effectiveness
- Understand and live by company’s ethics and business conduct policies
- Prior FTZ/Maquiladora operations experience required
- NAFTA experience required
- Demonstrated history of managing broker, forwarder, and carrier relationships
- Demonstrated history of competency with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) including anti-boycott regulations, sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Customs Regulations (CR), and the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR)
- Strong computer skills including ability to research transactions and prepare reports in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) information systems, perform spreadsheet calculations, and quickly learn new software tools
- Excellent project leadership skills
- Ability to work at both detail and strategic levels; work calmly under pressure and with frequent interruptions, and display sound judgment
- Ability to prepare or revise procedures, work instructions, forms, and business flowcharts
- Ability to prepare and review complex business documents
- Bachelor’s degree in business, law, engineering, or a related area
- At least seven years of business experience
- At least five years of experience with export and/or import regulatory compliance
- Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) information systems
- Experience with international business transactions and shipping documents
- Experience with trade compliance information systems
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Import / Export Manager for Asia Resume Examples & Samples
- Arrange air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door to door
- Deal with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargos
- Maintain communication and control through all phases of the journey
- Experience working in the Transport and Delivery side of Logistics, with international freight forwarders and 3PL partners plus a very good understanding of logistics and e-commerce in Asia
- Excellent communication skills - you will be liaising with a variety of people
- Good organisational and planning skills
- Good geographical knowledge
- Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure
- For this role we are ideally looking for someone that has lived in Asia for many years who understands the culture and speaks Mandarin
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Americas Import / Export Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- Design systems that satisfy business needs by improving integration of people, materials, equipment, software, and resources
- Inspect facilities in accordance with corporate standards and procedures relating to material handling, processing, and storage
- Bachelor’s degree required in a quantitative discipline (Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Management Science, Economics, etc.)
- 3+ years’ experience in Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Management Science, Economics, or related field
- Knowledge of Analytical Problem solving tools including Statistical Hypothesis testing, Optimization heuristics, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Simulation, Queueing Analysis
- Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field
- Certified in Lean or Six Sigma
- Import and Export Operations experience
- Fluent in Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese
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Import / Export Manager Resume Examples & Samples
- To ensure that logistics transport and delivery solutions are provided to meet with targets set by the business by driving strategic initiatives
- To optimise and drive efficiencies of existing delivery lanes
- To optimise the mix of costs and service in line with the business expectations
- To continuously and sustainably ensure that THG’s customers experience the best possible service from our partners
- To carry out this role effectively you will need to have a good understanding of current network and key partners for Asia and capability to negotiate service deliverables and cost savings
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight
- Clarity in communication, as major problems could arise through inaccuracies
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
- If you have experience working in the Transport and Delivery side of Logistics, with international freight forwarders and 3PL partners plus a very good understanding of logistics and e-commerce that would be an advantage
