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Logistics Manager (Ocean Imports Experience)

Jobot
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/3/2025

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Salary $65,000 - $75,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a global leader in quality motion control assemblies, components, and parts coupled with the industry’s top experts and engineers to create optimized solutions for every project. We help serve in the HVAC, Food Equipment, Medical, Automotive, Mobility, and Packaging industries.



Why join us?


  • 100% premium coverage for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401K up to 5% match
  • PTO
  • Cutting-edge technology, Driven Environment
  • Collaborative Team

Job Details

Summary

Oversees all logistics operations, including inbound/outbound shipments, internal transfers, and freight across multiple warehouses and partners. Responsible for department financials, staffing, inventory quality, and on-time delivery. Leads a collaborative team focused on meeting goals, managing service providers, cost control, and ensuring operations align with our core values.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Oversees logistics staff and daily operations to ensure on-time delivery and cost control.
  • Manages logistics and inventory activities across 3rd-party warehouses and ensures CBP compliance.
  • Responsible for all logistics-related costs, including brokerage, taxation, and storage (excluding factory unit cost).
  • Leads RFP, RFI, and RFQ processes for transportation and 3PL services.
  • Maintains HTS codes and duty/tariff rates for all items in SAP.
  • Drives performance against KPIs through continuous improvement, cost reduction, and technology use.
  • Collaborates with Supply Chain and Customer Service to optimize inventory levels and throughput.
  • Provides forecasts, analytics, and financial data to support logistics planning and decision-making.
  • Works with the Director of Operations to implement strategy, develop models, and improve processes.
  • Proactively identifies and mitigates bottlenecks from factory to customer.
  • Identifies and eliminates manual processes, migrating data to SAP and automating workflows.
  • Maintains a rolling 1-year Ocean Vessel Plan (OVP).

Education & Experience

  • Experience with ocean imports
  • Skilled in data analysis, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
  • Excels in time and resource management; highly organized and able to juggle multiple priorities.
  • Experienced in business partner relationship management and contract negotiation.
  • Balances strategic thinking with tactical execution.
  • Willing to travel up to 10%, both domestically and internationally.
  • Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree with 5 years in logistics preferred, or equivalent experience (10 years in global logistics). Lean Six Sigma certified.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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