Manage import and export transport and compliance to FDA and Customs regulations
Supervise the international export/import shipping and documentation process including product availability, accurate and timely processing, fulfillment of all necessary customs documents, freight arrangement, tracking, communication and customer inquiry follow up
Work with international suppliers on timely freight pickup, adherence to Incoterms, and freight arraignment
Educate and train internal and external customers on international shipping processes as it relates to compliant documentation and shipping guidelines
Participate in cross-functional projects to support global logistics and trade initiatives.
Provide expertise around the requirements to meet objectives as well as cost/benefit analyses associated with new ventures
Consolidate split domestic orders for export with required documentation, valuation, and classification
Ability to quickly offer multi-modal international freight comparisons
Manage 3rd party logistics providers, freight forwarders, steamship lines, and carrier relationships
Assist with the creation and distribution of bid proposals, contracts, pricing negotiations and selection of these services
Develop and maintain monthly operational reporting and KPI’s to create awareness and accountability within the transportation team
Work with suppliers and warehouse management to coordinate container loading / unloading dates and times
Financial Acumen to monitor and manage freight cost, spend, and recovery
Lead and leverage an integrated freight program across all NA Invacare subsidiaries while supporting each operations local requirements
Support corporate audits and monitor adherence to procedures
Support company Legal counsel on compliance
Provide day-to-day assistance to business as needed on compliance requirements
Develop and utilize performance metrics (KPI’s) for reporting to management, continuous improvement, and deliver measurable gains to freight, compliance, cost, and service
Participate in appropriate industry associations
Ensure that all required training is identified for and completed by all direct reports.
Evaluate staffing needs and costs; identifies, hires and promotes individuals with the right skills and competencies necessary to achieve superior results.
Develop a team environment that values diversity and uses various individual’s strengths to the benefit of the team.
Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Required Skills
Required Experience
Qualifications
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Intermediate to advanced skills using recruiting software and social media a plus.