International Logistics Manager

Restaurant Depot is the nations leading members-only wholesale cash-and-carry supplier serving independent restaurants caterers delis convenience stores & other food service businesses across 165 locations in 35 states. Our facilities handle high-volume distribution of food beverage & equipment products to support the operational needs of small businesses. We are committed to efficiency accuracy & operational excellence across our supply chain. As we continue to grow we are seeking an experienced International Logistics Manager to oversee global transportation operations optimize freight costs & ensure efficient product movement across our international supply network.

Position Summary

The International Logistics Manager is responsible for managing international transportation operations including ocean freight drayage customs clearance & domestic delivery of imported food & non-food products. This role oversees carrier relationships freight optimization import compliance & logistics performance to ensure timely cost-effective product movement across the organization.

The ideal candidate is analytical results-driven & experienced in international logistics carrier negotiations & import regulations. This individual should be comfortable managing complex transportation networks identifying cost-saving opportunities & collaborating with suppliers service providers & internal teams to improve supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

International Transportation & Operations

• Manage international transportation activities including ocean freight drayage customs clearance & domestic delivery
• Coordinate with international suppliers freight forwarders customs brokers carriers & internal teams to ensure timely product movement
• Monitor shipment activity resolve transportation issues & minimize delays detention demurrage & accessorial charges
• Optimize transportation processes shipment visibility & delivery performance
• Develop contingency plans to minimize disruptions caused by port congestion transportation delays & supply chain interruptions

Carrier Management & Freight Optimization

• Manage relationships with ocean carriers freight forwarders customs brokers & drayage providers
• Negotiate freight rates service agreements & transportation terms to achieve competitive pricing & reliable service
• Monitor carrier performance through established KPIs including transit times on-time delivery & service reliability
• Analyze freight expenses landed costs & transportation trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Conduct freight benchmarking & market analysis to support transportation strategies & vendor negotiations
• Partner with Procurement & Buying teams to evaluate freight costs for new import vendors & optimize inbound transportation

Import Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. Customs FDA USDA FSMA FSVP & international trade requirements
• Coordinate customs documentation tariff classifications import audits & regulatory compliance processes
• Support first-sale programs duty recovery initiatives & opportunities to reduce import-related costs
• Monitor changes in tariffs duties sanctions & trade regulations to assess operational & financial impacts
• Identify compliance risks & collaborate with internal teams & service providers to implement corrective actions

Reporting & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Develop & maintain reports on freight costs cost per container carrier performance & transportation KPIs
• Analyze logistics data to identify trends operational inefficiencies & opportunities for improvement
• Evaluate transportation costs by origin destination carrier & transportation mode to support strategic decisions
• Collaborate with Procurement Buying Distribution Finance & Operations to improve supply chain performance
• Recommend process improvements technology enhancements & cost-saving initiatives to support operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Logistics Engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum 35 years of experience in international logistics import transportation or global supply chain management
• Experience managing ocean freight drayage freight forwarders customs brokers & international transportation providers
• Working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations FDA USDA FSMA FSVP tariff classifications & import compliance requirements
• Strong carrier negotiation vendor management & relationship-building skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel & experience with transportation management or ERP systems
• Strong analytical organizational & problem-solving skills
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities & work effectively across departments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing international transportation for food & non-food products
• Experience with freight benchmarking landed cost analysis & transportation cost optimization
• Familiarity with first-sale programs duty recovery & customs audit processes
• Experience developing logistics dashboards performance reports & transportation KPIs
• Experience in wholesale distribution foodservice retail or other high-volume supply chain environments
• Experience supporting global sourcing & international vendor relationships

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) in accordance with company policy
• Six (6) Paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program subject to eligibility & plan guidelines
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Benefits which may include life insurance disability coverage employee assistance programs & other optional benefits
• Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits Package Designed to Support You & Your Family

For more information or to be considered please contact Samantha England at .

Required Experience:

Manager