- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 70,000 – USD 85,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 5 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
Job description
About the Role
Take on a key leadership position overseeing shipping operations critical to delivering life-saving medical devices globally. This role is based in Wilmington, Ohio, where the team manufactures essential equipment for emergency and public-safety professionals worldwide. The Logistics Supervisor will own the shipping floor operations, establish seamless coordination with planning teams, and ensure compliant, accurate, and timely delivery to international markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of around 10 shipping and documentation staff, fostering a workplace culture of accountability, safety, and high morale.
- Act as the go-to expert on international trade compliance, handling import/export documentation, HTS classification, tariffs, and country-of-origin regulations.
- Collaborate effectively with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to optimize shipment routing and promptly address any clearance issues.
- Work closely with planning, customer service, and manufacturing departments to synchronize shipping schedules with product availability and customer demands.
- Enhance shipping processes continuously by implementing visual management tools, monitoring key performance indicators, and overseeing inbound and outbound freight expenses.
Qualifications and Requirements
- At least 5 years of direct experience managing customs compliance and international logistics, including import/export documentation.
- Established leadership background supervising and developing shipping or logistics teams.
- Comprehensive knowledge of HTS codes, tariff classifications, Incoterms, and rules regarding country of origin.
- Successful history of coordinating with customs brokers and freight forwarders to manage various freight modes such as LTL, container, and air shipments.
- Proficiency with ERP systems or global trade management tools for compliance tracking and auditing.
- Prior experience in manufacturing environments, preferably those regulated by the FDA or similar agencies, is strongly favored.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary ranging from $70,000 to $85,000 annually.
- Target annual bonus incentive of 15% of base salary.
- Unlimited paid time off provided for salaried leadership team members.
Additional Information
This position offers a unique chance to lead a vital global shipping function where expertise is highly valued and rewarded. Candidates ready to take charge of critical international logistics operations are encouraged to apply.