As the International Logistics Senior Specialist for Yardbird Outdoor Furniture youll handle all communication tracking invoicing and maintenance of relationships with our international logistics service providers and Best Buy partners. Youll also be responsible for ensuring import compliance and continuous communication with internal partners throughout the inbound process.
This role is hybrid which means you will work some days at our corporate office in Richfield Minnesota and some days virtually from home or another non-Best Buy location. The specific work arrangements vary by role and team. The recruiter or hiring manager will provide more details during the hiring process.
What youll do
Manage all import and customs documents
Partner with overseas factories to ensure best practice adherence for freight forwarder bookings
Manage all freight forwarder drayage and customs broker relationships communication and strategy
Audit all international freight related invoices customs entries and commercial invoices
Oversee container receipt batching and landed cost application for inventory receipts
Partner with the accounting team to maintain accurate assist costs and database for customs clearance
Basic qualifications
3 years of international logistics and trade compliance experience
2 years of experience negotiating with vendors and third parties
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel
Preferred qualifications
Current or prior licensed customs broker
Experience with Microsoft Great Plains
Understanding of overseas manufacturing and timelines
5 years of international logistics and trade compliance experience
4 years of experience negotiating with vendors and third parties
Whats in it for you
Were committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it especially key moments in your life.
Our benefits include:
Competitive pay
Generous employee discount
Financial savings and retirement resources
Support for your physical and mental well-being
About us
At Yardbird were a group of hard-working passionate individuals disrupting the outdoor furniture industry. Our retail showrooms help our customers elevate their outdoor living spaces with high-quality sustainable products.
As part of Best Buy Co. Inc. our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees. Were committed to being a great place to work where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.
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