International Logistics Manager

Overview

Lead development and scaling of global import operations, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• import logistics
• compliance oversight
• sop development
• metrics tracking
• risk management
• broker partnerships

Tasks

-Partner with procurement, supply chain, finance, and supplier relations teams to design and implement scalable import logistics strategies that reduce landed costs, optimize carrier and routing performance, and improve lead times. -Oversee all aspects of import compliance, including tariff classification, valuation, documentation (HTS codes, invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin), Free Trade Agreement (FTA) utilization, and adherence to AD/CVD and Section 232 requirements. -Develop and maintain SOPs, compliance manuals, training programs, and communication processes to ensure alignment and consistency across the organization. -Monitor and assess regulatory changes, trade agreements, and industry best practices to keep processes compliant, competitive, and up to date. -Lead supply chain risk and security management efforts, ensuring compliance with programs such as CTPAT, ISA, and ANL. -Track and analyze key performance metrics including clearance times, duty spend, and freight costs to identify trends, bottlenecks, cost-saving opportunities, and continuous improvement initiatives. -Provide import expertise to support broader transportation initiatives, including cross-border operations with Canada and Mexico, export activities, and alignment with Home Depot ocean freight requirements. -Lead supplier compliance discussions and serve as the primary contact for resolving international logistics challenges such as customs issues, duties, drayage, and receiving delays. -Direct day-to-day import operations, including customs clearance, broker service-level agreements (SLAs), discrepancy resolution, vendor documentation corrections, international payables, bond oversight, and invoice auditing. -Establish and manage SRS Transport’s Importer of Record processes, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), Partner Government Agencies (PGAs), and other regulatory bodies. -Build and maintain strong relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, suppliers, and other partners to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective shipments.

Requirements

• incoterms
• hts
• lcb
• excel
• 5+ years
• masters

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of trade compliance including Incoterms, Free Trade Agreements, AD/CVD, and Section 232. -5+ years of experience in international logistics and import compliance, preferably in a shipper environment. -Master’s degree in supply chain, logistics, international business, or a related field. -Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, international business, or a related field -Proven expertise with U.S. import regulations, HTS classification, customs brokerage, and freight forwarding. -Strong analytical skills; proficiency with Excel and familiarity with ERP or TMS systems. -Experience implementing or improving Importer of Record processes. -Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, international business, or a related field. -Experience building import capabilities from the ground up. -Physical Requirements are consistent with an office setting, including prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and occasionally having to lift up to 45lbs. -Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills. -Knowledge of trade risk and security programs including CTPAT, ISA, and related standards. -Passion for building efficient, scalable logistics processes. -Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. -Licensed Customs Broker certification (LCB). -5 years -Strong vendor negotiation skills and global trade knowledge. -May occasionally require travel up to 10%

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About Srs Distribution Inc.

-Founded in 2008 and has since expanded into a leading distributor of building materials, focusing primarily on roofing products. -Serves a vast network of customers, including roofing contractors, retailers, and distributors. -Has grown rapidly through strategic acquisitions, now covering a broad geographic area across the U.S. -Their product portfolio includes roofing materials, insulation, siding, and other construction-related supplies. -Focuses on delivering high-quality products and services to the construction and roofing sectors. -Customer base includes some of the biggest names in the commercial and residential building industries. -Success is driven by operational efficiency and an extensive distribution network. -Continued expansion and a focus on customer relationships have established strong partnerships in the industry. -Business model is built on acquiring and integrating smaller, local distributors.

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