Logistics Transportation Import Specialist

Logistics Transportation Import Specialist is responsible for managing container dispatch across all US regional warehouses, independently leading RFP processes for drayage and freight services and resolving complex freight, unloading-priority, and reporting issues. This role determines container movement based on cost efficiency and store inventory needs and mentors Jr. Staffs.

Freight Management

Communicate with freight forwarder and manage Air/Ocean Fright scheduling across all regional warehouses

Determine genset attachment requirements for RF containers, including non-standard cases

Unloading Priority Management

• Own the Unloading Priority List across all regional warehouses; resolve scheduling conflicts with truckers, warehouse, and 3rd party warehouse
• Oversee FDA release follow-up and empty container returns; resolve delays and escalations
• Monitor inbound container movement trends across the network and address recurring bottlenecks

Report

Analyze Demurrage & Detention fees and present findings and cost-reduction recommendations to upper management

Own the monthly Ocean Freight list reporting process

Experiences and Requirements

• Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree or above preferred
• Years of Experience 5+ years of experience in
• Operation/Distributions/Logistics/Transportation industry and RFP experience preferred
• Proficiency with computers, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of logistics, operations, food regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements
• Strong vendor negotiation and RFP management skills
• Advanced data analytics skills
• Efficient communication skills; self-starter
• Customs brokerage knowledge a plus

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy
• Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy

BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage)

Company provided lunch

Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy

Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy

Employee Discount Program (5%)

• Holiday Gift certificates per company policy
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy
• DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy
• Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday ~ Friday
• Salary Range: $65,000 ~ $90,000
• *Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.