Logistics Specialist

Job Title: Logistics Specialist - International Ocean Freight Reports to: Director, Brands Department Type: Full-time, Hybrid (minimum three days in person) About Us Wuensche USA is the U.S. office of the Wuensche Group, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. With decades of experience across home décor, apparel, food, small home appliances, beauty, garden, toys, pet products, and more, we are a leading global supplier to major retailers worldwide. About the Role We are looking for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented Logistics Specialist to manage end‑to‑end international freight operations across multiple business units — Food, E‑Commerce/Brands, Hardgoods, and Fashion. This is a fast‑paced, high‑ownership role centered on ocean import logistics , requiring daily coordination with overseas vendors, freight forwarders, and U.S. customers. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Chicago. This role is a strong fit if you have direct, hands‑on experience with: Ocean freight booking and container management (this is a core daily function) Negotiating freight rates with carriers and forwarders Managing international shipping documentation (Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, COO, NOP, etc.) Customs coordination, including HTS classification and tariff awareness FOB shipment oversight from origin through final U.S. delivery What You'll Do Food & E‑Commerce / Brands Manage full logistics cycle from origin to final delivery Create, submit, and follow up on shipping calls with suppliers and forwarders Track container bookings and shipment progress at origin Identify the most efficient and cost‑effective routing options and communicate changes internally Maintain internal tracking spreadsheets; monitor arrivals, delays, and schedule changes Manage all shipping documentation and review/approve freight invoices Create trucking orders for inland transport from port to warehouse Hardgoods & Fashion Oversee FOB shipments from origin to final U.S. delivery Prepare pro‑forma invoices for customs clearance Coordinate across vendors, customers, U.S. teams, Germany HQ, and China offices Communicate directly with customers on shipment status, delays, and SOP questions Support HTS classification and customs‑related coordination Coordinate U.S.-based rework processes when needed (repackaging, replacement parts, etc.) What We Require 3+ years of ocean import / international freight experience — this is required, not preferred Demonstrated experience negotiating freight rates with carriers or forwarders Hands‑on experience managing ocean bookings and container tracking Proficiency with international shipping documentation and customs processes Nice to Have Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field Experience with Amazon FBA and Multi‑Channel Fulfillment Familiarity with multi‑country shipment coordination Why Join Wuensche USA You’ll be part of a fast‑moving international organization with real ownership across a broad product portfolio — with direct visibility into global supply chain operations across the U.S., Germany, and China. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wuensche USA