Logistics Operations/Business Development Manager (Ocean/Air Freight experience)

FlexStaff is seeking a Logistics Manager/Business Development Manager for our client, a full-service transportation company offering services related to all phases of cargo handling including ocean freight, air freight, refrigerated services, NVOCC, logistics management, trucking and warehousing. This position is full-time, direct hire, HYBRID , with Friday's being a remote day. This role is located in Houston, TX. (must be based in the Houston area)

Summary

Manage and control logistic arrangements and customer support

Responsibilities

• Communicate and support customers at a senior level which includes problem solving, monitoring, and attending meetings when necessary
• Oversee staff and trouble shoot daily operational issues
• Maintain compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations
• Vendor selection and management
• Support Director with various functions including developing annual budgets
• Performance of accounting duties such as bill paying, invoicing, and collections
• Monthly reporting
• Review vendor invoices and payment details for accuracy before approving
• Support supervisors and staff in daily activity to expedite response time to customers as needed
• Support company marketing functions
• Provide insight into new logistics technologies, and skill sets
• Set goals for staff and confirm results

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting well-qualified staff when necessary
• Terminate employees when necessary
• Addressing performance concerns in a timely manner
• Delegate and execute administrative duties
• Administrative tasks such as approving time sheets, paid time off and monitoring overtime
• Conducting performance appraisals for direct reports
• Abide by Human Resources policies, procedures, practices and lead by example
• Provide training whenever necessary to staff
• Create presentations, hold, and run meetings for staff
• Maintain positive employee engagement and actively manage staff

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with various issues that may arise in the logistics process
• Knowledge of Customs Border Protection (CBP), Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), Non-vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), Partnered Government Agency (PGA), and all modes of global transport
• Ability to interpret import and export laws, policies, and regulations
• Familiar with compliance matters involving government regulatory, logistics, and inventory matters
• Extensive computer skills, mathematics, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel to support customers

Education and Experience

• Bachelors’ Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
• At least 10 years’ experience in logistics and 5 years’ experience supervising
• Proven leadership abilities based on work experience
• ERP/TMS experiences
• SAP experience a plus
• HAZMAT certification is a plus, TWIC card

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement