Provides overall leadership to the global logistics & compliance function, including strategy development and implementation; operating plans and budgets; value generation initiatives; policies, procedures, and, reporting/communications with executive leadership.
Acquires, develops, coaches, and mentors a strong, globally focused organization in alignment to company objectives.
Global Logistics
Prepare for international expansion by researching countries customs regulations, import/export laws and compliance issues to ensure a seamless transition abroad
Analyze all aspects of corporate logistics to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products or supplies.
Control landed costs via rate negotiations, effective consolidations and the selection of transportation modes
Provides guidance to Sales, Operations, Engineering and other internal departments with regard to cost effective and efficient practices for customs clearance and international shipping.
Works with engineering to design / re-design packaging for products (spanning from small-parcel cold-chain to large ambient freight) to ensure product integrity and cost savings.
Carrier / 3PL Management
Oversees, selects, and manages all carrier, 3PL, freight forwarder, and broker relationships and drive improvements in key metrics such as cost, quality, reliability, cycle-time, etc. for logistics suppliers.
Negotiates transportation rates / services
Manages global 3PL relationships to ensure high service level, cost-effective operations, product and process integrity, and compliance to procedures.
Creates and maintains carrier claim process to recover funds for missed service levels or damaged shipments.
Oversees the audit function and authorizes payment of all freight, duty, and billings.
Trade Compliance
Continuous awareness and in-depth knowledge of international trade laws and regulation, including but not limited to: Export Administration Regulations (EAR); International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR); Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), US customs laws and regulations
Reviews and revises vendor / customer contracts with the Legal Department to ensure compliance with US Customs regulations
Monitors product import / export processes to ensure compliance
Conduct random audits to ensure proper shipping classification
Develops and maintains documentation, including compliance manuals and standard operating procedures
Manages, assigns, processes HTS classifications and audits HTS classification systems to ensure regulatory / customs compliance
Oversees US Customs entry filings and FTZ Operations
