International Logistics Operations Specialist

trane technologies

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. We are seeking an International Logistics Operations Specialist to support the effective execution and optimization of our global import and export activities. This role drives operational excellence, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement across our international logistics network. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, analytical, and solutions‑oriented professional with experience in global freight operations.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in logistics operations. International exposure is beneficial but not essential
Knowledge of Incoterms, customs formalities, and rate structures for air, ocean, and drayage
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of service in logistics operations
Experience with Lean methodologies or willingness to learn and adopt Lean methods
Project management and organizational skills
Analytical capability for data extraction, comparison, and insight generation
Ability to influence and drive change across internal and external partners
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to lead, contribute independently, and collaborate within cross‑functional teams
Adaptability to shifting priorities in a dynamic logistics environment
Strong problem‑solving skills and experience resolving operational challenges
Demonstrated application of Lean principles and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Own day‑to-day execution of international logistics operations for U.S. import and/or export flows. Manage a designated book of business from origin coordination through final delivery at destination
Optimize transportation lanes across air, ocean, drayage, transload, and trucking to strengthen cost, transit performance, and service quality
Support productivity workshops and continuous improvement initiatives
Support air and ocean spot quotes and support performance of drayage, transload, and carrier partners
Develop and maintain standard work and operating procedures aligned with the International Logistics strategy
Support corporate roadmap initiatives focused on cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability
Collaborate with Procurement, Materials, Trade Compliance, brokers, NVOCCs, and carriers to advance centralized logistics operations
Support visibility tools and analytics to provide cost, transit, and market insights
Analyze door‑to-door cost drivers and support freight allocation planning
Monitor KPIs, define normal/abnormal operating conditions, and assist with root‑cause analysis for operational issues
Recommend and implement process and technology improvements aligned with industry best practices
Track global shipments, manage exceptions, and ensure timely delivery
Resolve trade compliance issues that could disrupt international shipments
Support Freight Bill Audit and Payment processes and related improvement initiatives
Assist with SOP and work instruction development and maintenance
Serve as a liaison across business units for international logistics needs
Perform additional duties as required while maintaining a strong customer‑service mindset