Manager, International Logistics & Trade Compliance

Job DescriptionJob Description

"Invacare is a global leader in medical equipment, specializing in innovative mobility and lifestyle support products that enhance quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced International Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to join our team and help drive operational excellence across global supply chains."

Essential Functions:

·         Manage import and export transport and compliance to FDA and Customs regulations

·         Lead the international export/import shipping and documentation process including product availability, accurate and timely processing, fulfillment of all necessary customs documents, freight arrangement, tracking, communication, and customer inquiry follow up

·         Accountable to delivering International Shipping goals and KPI’s

·         Work with international suppliers on timely freight pickup, adherence to Incoterms, and freight arrangement 

·         Educate and train internal and external customers on international shipping processes as it relates to compliant documentation and shipping guidelines

·         Participate in cross-functional projects to support global logistics and trade initiatives.

·         Provide expertise around the requirements to meet objectives as well as cost/benefit analyses associated with new ventures

·         Consolidate split domestic orders for export with required documentation, valuation, and classification

·         Ability to quickly offer multi-modal international freight comparisons

·         Manage 3rd party logistics providers, freight forwarders, steamship lines, and carrier relationships

·         Organize the creation and distribution of bid proposals, contracts, pricing negotiations and selection of these services

·         Develop and maintain monthly operational reporting and KPI’s to create awareness and accountability within the transportation team

·         Work with suppliers and warehouse management to coordinate container loading / unloading dates and times

·         Financial Acumen to monitor and manage freight cost, spend, and recovery

·         Lead and leverage an integrated freight program across all NA Invacare subsidiaries while supporting each operation local requirements

·         Lead International transportation corporate audits and monitor adherence to procedures

·         Support and suggest company Legal counsel on compliance

·         Provide day-to-day assistance to business as needed on compliance requirements

·         Develop and utilize performance metrics (KPI’s) for reporting to management, continuous improvement, and deliver measurable gains to freight, compliance, cost, and service

·         Participate in appropriate industry associations

·         Ensure that all required training is identified for and completed by all direct reports.

·         Evaluate staffing needs and costs; identifies, hires and promotes individuals with the right skills and competencies necessary to achieve superior results.

·         Develop a team environment that values and uses various individual’s strengths to the benefit of the team.

·         Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

·         7+ years of International Logistics work experience

·         Extensive with Classification, Country of , Free Trade Agreements, Tariff

·         ERP experience in Oracle and/or SAP a plus

·         Excellent leadership, project management and team building skills with a proven record of accomplishment

·         Demonstrated ability to multi-task, perform well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and meet deadlines

·         Able to address / influence a wide range of cultures, disciplines and levels within a global organization

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to yield engaging presentations on subject matter

·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; solutions oriented

·         Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business environment

·         Advanced in MS Office Suite

Company Description"Invacare is a global leader in medical equipment, specializing in innovative mobility and lifestyle support products that enhance quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced International Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to join our team and help drive operational excellence across global supply chains."Company Description"Invacare is a global leader in medical equipment, specializing in innovative mobility and lifestyle support products that enhance quality of life. We are currently seeking an experienced International Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager to join our team and help drive operational excellence across global supply chains."