Logistics Manager / Trade Specialist

Logistics Manager – Global Supply Chain & International Trade

Fairfield, IA or Pflugerville, TX (Hybrid)

A growing international consumer products organization is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager / Specialist to lead global transportation, freight, customs, and trade compliance activities across a complex international supply chain.

This is an opportunity to join a rapidly expanding business and play a critical role in ensuring products move efficiently across international markets while maintaining compliance, controlling costs, and minimizing risk.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage international and domestic logistics operations across multiple regions.
• Coordinate ocean, air, truck, and parcel transportation activities.
• Partner with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and tariff classifications.
• Evaluate and optimize shipping strategies, freight costs, and transportation contracts.
• Analyze logistics performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Mitigate transportation risks and resolve supply chain disruptions.
• Support direct-to-consumer fulfillment operations and distribution activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to shipments, customs, duties, and vendor agreements.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of logistics, transportation, or supply chain management experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with international shipping and import/export operations.
• Working knowledge of customs regulations, HTS classifications, duties, and tariffs.
• Experience managing relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and global carriers.
• Ability to evaluate and negotiate freight contracts and shipping agreements.
• Experience working within ERP systems and logistics reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Highly Desired Experience

• Logistics and import/export operations involving China, Thailand, Mexico, Japan, India, and/or the United States.
• Consumer products, manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, or distribution environments.
• Supply Chain or Logistics certifications.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI reporting experience.
• Experience supporting rapidly growing organizations with international operations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-impact role with visibility across global operations.
• Opportunity to influence logistics strategy and drive operational improvements.
• Growing organization with international reach.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, strong benefits package, and career growth opportunities.

If you have a passion for international logistics, customs compliance, and global supply chain operations, this could be a great opportunity for you! Please APPLY NOW for a confidential discussion and more information!