Logistics Manager

Applied Intuition•Sunnyvale, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a high-impact logistics professional who thrives in rapidly evolving environments where speed, ownership, and communication are critical. The Logistics Manager will own the end-to-end global movement of time-sensitive goods, from execution to vendor strategy. This role requires intense collaboration to deliver results that deliver against key schedule, cost, and quality requirements. The Logistics Manager will execute immediate shipments with a strong sense of urgency, and in parallel build a collaborative foundation to enable future successes. The ideal candidate is ready to step into a highly visible, impactful, and fluid role to cut through uncertainty and deliver clear results. This role must be prepared to grow alongside the state of artificial intelligence, as new tools shape the way we work. This is primarily an individual contributor role with potential to build and lead a team as the function scales.

Requirements

10+ years in international logistics, freight, or a similar field
Strong sense of urgency and a strategic mindset
Insatiable curiosity and a keen attention to detail
Highly efficient executive-level communication skills
Exceptional negotiation skills
Ability to cut through ambiguity to make concrete and sound decisions
Thorough understanding of complex trade compliance processes and risks
Ability to rapidly prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management, logistics, finance, business, or related field

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree in finance, business, or engineering
Experience with the Google suite of tools (e.g. Google Sheets, Google Docs)
Experience using Slack on a professional level
Experience working in a rapidly evolving startup environment
Experience with vehicle or hardware logistics (automotive, aerospace, robotics, defense)
Familiarity with trade programs (ATA Carnet, temporary import, export controls)
Experience building logistics processes in a scaling organization
Advanced analytics or cost modeling experience

Responsibilities

Execute immediate international goods movements including vehicles, prototype hardware, test equipment, and time-critical components
Create freight & logistics partnership strategies to ensure on-time deliveries
Advise leadership and key stakeholders on logistics and supply chain strategies
Reduce the cost of goods movement
Manage internally and externally by influence
Lead process improvement projects to maximize efficiency of impact