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Director, International LogisticsVariety Wholesalers Inc • Westerville, OH, US
Director, International Logistics

Director, International Logistics

Variety Wholesalers Inc • Westerville, OH, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manages the flow and status of all Import purchase orders to ensure timely delivery to meet the scheduled dates merchandise must be in stores.
  • Updates senior executive and operations management regarding scheduled containers and special loads to include current ad merchandise, trailer detention, perishable and hazardous merchandise.
  • Communicates daily with freight forwarder / consolidator and merchants regarding routing exceptions, instructions, operating procedures, late orders and discrepancies.
  • Manages and oversees the vendor compliance program including compliance with all U. S. Customs security programs (C-TPAT, Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism).
  • Directional responsibility for preparation, monitoring and publishing various reports.
  • Interacts and works closely with third party logistics provider, customs broker and freight forwarder to assure accurate and timely flow of documents and information to ensure timely delivery of all merchandise. Works closely with Carriers, Fleet and all DCs to ensure accurate reporting of trailers at holding yards.
  • Works closely with the domestic Transportation and Allocation Departments on volume flow and prioritization of containers.
  • Identifies opportunities for reducing costs and improving gross margin through contract negotiation and management with ocean carriers, transloaders and consolidators. Meets with carrier representatives to discuss service and operational issues.
  • Stays abreast of all industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Assumes all managerial responsibilities concerning Human Resources policies and procedures, wage administration, hiring, performance reviews, progressive counseling and terminations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required. Degree in Transportation & Logistics strongly preferred.
  • Eight to ten years previous importing / customs experience required. Related experience with Supply Chain Management in a retail chain environment preferred.
  • Knowledgeable in all aspects of U.S. Import regulations including merchandise classification and import quotas.
  • Strong, established, and productive relationships which include but not limited to steamship lines, drayage providers, and customs brokerage.
  • Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills required.
  • Demonstrated leadership including independent decision-making ability.
  • Some travel is required.
  • Ability to perform physical activity at a sustained pace including walking, bending and lifting within a Distribution Center environment required.
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