BUNA Logistics Manager

The BUNA Logistics Manager is responsible for end-to-end coordination of domestic and international shipments for all BUNA facilities, covering FCL/LCL ocean, FTL/LTL road, and parcel movements. This role leads a small logistics team and partners closely with Operations, Customer Service, Sales, Quality/Safety and Finance to ensure on-time, cost-effective, and compliant shipments. Success in this role hinges on proactive planning, Carrier/3PL/Freight Forwarder management, accurate documentation (including export/import compliance), and continuous process improvement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and develop direct reports—assist in prioritizing workload, set goals, train on SOPs/compliance, and coach for performance. Develops and organizes traffic procedures according to company policy. Negotiates freight rates with outside carrier base and maintains vendor relationships. Monitors international shipments and understands container utilization and methods of packing. Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal and global regulations of commerce. Ensure compliance with Incoterms, HTS Classification, and export/import controls. Monitor EAR/ITAR awareness and/escalate potential restricted-party or license requirements to compliance. Maintain accurate records for audits and internal controls (e.g., AES/EEI, broker instructions, POA, PO/CO documentation). Import/export compliance audits—review legal and accuracy of import/export/domestic documentation. Confirm International Ocean and Air Freight purchase orders in database and monitor freight dispatch advice. Review 3rd party material handling & warehouse services. Determine transportation method of purchased items from vendors. Support Logistics Coordinators with all customer shipping issues, including claims for loss or damage, and review carrier insurance liability on an annual basis. Assist Logistics Coordinators in managing 'unusual size' pallet shipments with carriers to reduce risk of damage. Knowledge of Logistic Coordinator’s role and responsibilities with ability to provide coverage when Logistic Coordinator is not available (PTO, Bereavement, Jury Duty, Training and other absences). Complete annual custom bond applications and ensure bond coverage will not become saturated before renewal. Drive continuous improvement in freight cost, delivery performance, process efficiency, root‑cause analysis for delivery failures, damages, or cost overruns; implement preventive measures. Knowledge of OSHA safety practices for shipping/receiving environments and dock operations. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedure for Logistics Manager & Coordinator positions. Supervisor to Logistics Coordinators. Travel and Work Environment No travel is expected. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a four‑year college or technical school; 3 to 5 years related transportation and freight and traffic management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience or 1 to 3 years of experience in a logistics role. Experience with import/export procedures, international freight logistics, and labeling/delivery requirements. Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations. Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite including Excel. Knowledge of Accounting Inventory software. Experience with online shipping via freight websites. Physical Demands The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and reach with arms and hands. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Forklift Certification to be performed at LNS America, Inc. Valid Driver’s license and auto insurance in compliance with LNS Vehicle/Driving Policy. Valid US Passport. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr LNS Group