International Logistics Lead
Job Title: International Logistics Lead
Job Description: This role will also lead and develop the logistics team, aligning efforts with corporate objectives and maintaining high service standards.
Required Skills:
Key Responsibilities
• End-to-end logistics management: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all import/export processes, ensuring compliance with U.S. customs and international trade regulations.
• Supply chain optimization: Implement strategies to improve costs, delivery times, traceability, and overall efficiency in global logistics flows.
• Team leadership: Direct, coach, and motivate the logistics team, assigning responsibilities and ensuring achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Talent management: Conduct interviews, oversee recruitment processes, training, and performance evaluations for logistics staff.
• Stakeholder management: Maintain effective communication with freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines, customs brokers, and both internal and external clients.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensure all operations comply with international trade agreements, U.S. customs requirements, and internal company policies.
• Risk management and issue resolution: Anticipate and resolve potential issues related to delays, documentation, additional costs, or regulatory restrictions in international operations.
• Reporting and analysis: Prepare regular reports on logistics performance, costs, and efficiency, while recommending continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Administration, or related fields.
• Experience:
• At least 5 years of proven experience in international logistics (import/export with the U.S.).
• Previous experience leading teams and managing talent (recruitment, feedback, and performance management).
• Strong background working with international vendors, customs brokers, and transport providers.
Knowledge:
• U.S. customs regulations and international trade compliance.
• Proficiency in international documentation (B/L, AWB, commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin).
• Logistics KPIs, cost control, and supply chain optimization.
• Advanced English (spoken and written).
• Familiarity with logistics management software (ERP, WMS, TMS, SAP, or similar).
• CargoWise experience is considered a strong plus.
Skills:
• Strong leadership and multicultural team management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation.
• Strategic planning with the ability to work under pressure.
Core Competencies
• Inspirational leadership and team management.
• Results-driven and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strategic vision in international logistics.
• Decision-making in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Strong customer focus, both internal and external.
Years of experience needed for this position: 5+
Hours: 8
Available Positions: 0