Import & Export Logistics Specialist (International Transportation)

Northwest Hardwoods•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Northwest Hardwoods is the leading manufacturer of hardwood lumber in North America. A fully integrated, global supplier of wood products, NWH serves the furniture, cabinet, molding and millwork industries. Within NWH, Supply Chain is responsible for the disciplines of Procurement, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, Transportation, Warehousing and S&OP. NWH’s Supply Chain organization is looking to fill the role of Import/Export Logistics Specialist. This role falls within the International Transportation group and is responsible for the movement of product to Asia, Africa, Europe and the Middle East. If you are a reliable team player who demonstrates exceptional accuracy to detail and a can-do attitude, we want you on our team!

Requirements

HS Diploma
Minimum of 2 years of Import/Export experience required
Proficient knowledge with ERP and TMS
Good Excel skills
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple issues simultaneously
With minimal supervision, can work and make decisions independently, with a sense of urgency
Self-motivated, ability to be assertive
Ability to work closely with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and geographies
Ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders
High attention to detail and accurate data entry
Methodical in analysis and execution
Customer-focused and highly personable approach
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong technical literacy in full MS Suite, especially Excel, Outlook. Comfort with phones and ability to learn job-relevant software

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain with one year relevant experience preferred
International logistics experience

Responsibilities

Work with Buyers and Vendors to arrange shipment details for import purchases
Process import documents to submit ISF requests
Work with Customs Broker and CBP to resolve any clearance or inspection issues
Coordinate with drayage carriers to deliver containers to company owned or 3PL warehouses
Resolve receiving issues
Update information in ERP system
Perform additional duties as assigned
Review new export orders in ERP system
Request bookings with ocean carriers and freight forwarders based on customer ETA requirements and export routing guide
Arrange for container loading and delivering to ramp or port with drayage carrier in TMS
Coordinate with material availability, shipping schedule and internal departments to ensure orders ship on time and comply with all export requirements
Maintain shipment details in Excel spreadsheet
Track vessel bookings and drayage loads within TMS (Transportation Management System)
Research and resolve operational issues in a timely manner
Support commercial organization with relevant information such as ocean and drayage rates
Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with vendors and key internal stakeholders
Perform additional duties as assigned