Logistics Manager
Logistics Manager
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Job Description
Who we are:
Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer more productive and more profitable. For the first time ever safety operations and finance teams can manage their drivers vehicles equipment and fleet related spend in a single system. Combined with industry leading AI the Motive platform gives you complete visibility and control and significantly reduces manual workloads by automating and simplifying tasks.
Motive serves more than 100000 customers from Fortune 500 enterprises to small businesses across a wide range of industries including transportation and logistics construction energy field service manufacturing agriculture food and beverage retail and the public sector.
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About the Role:
The Logistics Manager plays a critical role in overseeing and optimizing global freight operations. This position requires deep expertise in international logistics (USA MX EUUK) import/export regulations and strategic supply chain management. You will be responsible for developing and executing logistics strategies that enhance efficiency reduce costs and ensure the seamless movement of goods across international borders while maintaining strict compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This role also involves collaborating with key stakeholders driving process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance overall logistics performance.
This position will require at least 1 day a week in one of our US offices: San Francisco CA Nashville TN Austin TX or Buffalo NY.
What Youll Do:
Strategic Leadership & Team Management
- Develop and execute logistics strategies that enhance efficiency minimize costs and support business growth.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve logistics performance.
Vendor & Partner Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with freight forwarders carriers customs brokers and third-party logistics providers.
- Negotiate contracts and oversee performance to ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and cost-effectiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with internal teams including supply chain engineering warehousing and sales to align logistics with business objectives.
- Ensure seamless coordination of freight activities to meet operational and customer requirements.
Process Optimization & Cost Management
- Analyze freight costs transportation routes and shipping methods to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency.
- Implement automation and best practices to optimize global logistics operations.
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of import/export documentation including customs declarations bills of lading and shipping manifests.
Stakeholder Communication & Issue Resolution
- Serve as the primary escalation point for logistics-related issues ensuring timely resolution of shipment delays compliance challenges and service disruptions.
- Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders providing updates risk assessments and solutions to improve logistics performance.
What Were Looking For:
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management logistics business administration or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. Certified International Supply Chain Professional) preferred.
- Logistics Management: A thorough understanding of logistics principles including transportation modes routing and optimization techniques is essential for managing international freight operations efficiently.
- Global Trade Compliance: Familiarity with international trade regulations customs procedures import/export documentation and trade agreements is crucial to ensure compliance and minimize the risk of penalties or disruptions.
- Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze complex data identify trends and derive actionable insights is essential for optimizing freight routes identifying cost-saving opportunities and making data-driven decisions.
- Proven experience (5 years) in international freight management logistics operations or related fields with a strong understanding of global trade regulations customs procedures and logistics best practices.
- Very strong Excel Skills required
- Experience working in an ERP (Netsuite/Coupa)
Your compensation may be based on several factors including education work experience and certifications. For certain roles total compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers benefits including health pharmacy optical and dental care benefits paid time off sick time off short term and long term disability coverage life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Learn more about our benefits by visiting Motive Perks & Benefits
The base compensation range for this role is:
$94000 - $122000 USD
Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motives core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds experiences abilities and perspectives.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
