Senior Import/Export Specialist

This position works collaboratively with internal partners such as global transportation, demand/supply planning, warehousing and with external partners such as 3rd party logistics, ocean carriers, drayage carriers to control all processes related to the consistent flow of Nestle controlled ocean, air, and surface traffic to/from foreign destinations. Daily monitoring, inquiry, resolution, and communication with internal/external parties to facilitate timely movement of international shipments imported/exported to and from the US.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal and external partners to limit costs and risks in the supply chain while also driving process improvements; Manage ongoing relationships with import/export vendors, including ocean and dray carriers and conduct periodic (quarterly or bi-annual) vendor reviews with agreed upon metrics and targets; Assist in leading RFP's related to International Logistics/Drayage vendors; Work with Nestle Global Transportation to determine annual container forecast, select preferred carriers and manage allocations with steamship lines; Manage claims related to damages occurring during international shipping; Serve as the internal subject matter expert for international logistics related processes, industry trends, etc.; Attend seminars, conferences, and presentations on International Logistics to keep abreast of current events; Lead and manage projects utilizing decision making authority to change functional processes to improve end-to-end execution; Independently resolve problems and provide solutions with understanding of business and customer impact; Collaborate with cross functional team to determine best routing options/solutions to avoid delays and mitigate costs; Analyze port costs and implement best practices to mitigate port delays/charges; Develop methods and procedures to execute various logistics operations and activities, functionally and efficiently

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience is required; Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word; Minimum 5 years experience working in international logistics with port terminals, dray carriers, and steam ship lines is required; Proven experience in relationship building, facilitation, implementation skills and influence; Strong Communication Skills; Must be willing and able to work standard business hours

Benefits

401k with company match; healthcare coverage; performance-based incentives; benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing