Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

ABB•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position reports to the Project Operations Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for local import/export operations. Each day, you will supervise the performance of customs brokers. You will also ensure the smooth execution of operational trade and customs activities within a local unit, including relevant documentation and compliance with regulations. This role is contributing to the Electrification Solutions business in the US. The work model for the role is Hybrid.

Requirements

You enjoy working with past paced, complex projects
You have 5 years of experience in operational and logistic management
Strong organizational and communication skills
You are passionate about getting things right the first time
Proven experience in trade compliance and international shipping
Ability to travel (20%)
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

Nice To Haves

Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics Management, preferred

Responsibilities

Acting as point of contact for customs brokers in case of clarification needs (e.g., regarding valuation or classification of products).
Auditing customs brokers regarding the correctness of customs entries, invoicing, and archiving.
Managing the necessary documentation and online forms for the efficient, cost-effective, and lawful execution of all import/export activities.
Maintaining and sharing with colleagues, as appropriate, personal knowledge of all relevant import/export laws and procedures, tariffs, duties, licenses, and restrictions.

Benefits

Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.