Burton Mill Solutions · 2 months ago
Logistics Program Manager
Washington, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expBurton Mill Solutions is a division of Wood Technologies International (WTI) and is seeking a Logistics Program Manager to enhance their tradition of innovation and market leadership. The role involves managing domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and collaborating with various teams to optimize logistics operations.
Information TechnologyManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and customer service excellence for inventory movement
Develop and implement global transportation strategies to optimize cost, service, and reliability for inbound and outbound freight
Cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Operations, and Sales teams to align logistics plans to deliver business goals
Collaborate with USNR on carrier provider selection, contract negotiations, performance management and best practice sharing of processes
Develop and maintain transportation policies and procedures aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, including customs documentation, tariffs, and duties
Oversee transportation operations including booking, routing, shipment tracking, and documentation for incoming and outgoing freight
Provide dotted-line leadership and support to shipping and receiving departments across all Burton Mill Solutions, promoting consistency and operational excellence
Manage customs clearance processes and coordinate with customs brokers to ensure regulatory compliance
Monitor and manage tariff classifications and duty payments to optimize landed cost
Maintain strong relationships with freight forwarders, parcel carriers (e.g., FedEx, UPS, DHL), and 3PL providers
Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost per shipment, and carrier/3PL performance
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality
Leverage data analytics and transportation management systems (TMS) to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of required documentation for international and North American cross-border shipments.Partner with IT and Finance departments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience & education
3-5 years' experience in a warehouse, distribution, or logistics operations in a manufacturing environment
Experience working with international sales orders, creating export documents and Import documents for international shipping and/or receiving
Knowledge and experience of working with INCOTERMS 2020
Experience working with or at a Custom's Broker or Freight Forwarder
Experience using an ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX knowledge a plus
Domestic transportation knowledge
Strong organization and communications skills
Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Ability to work well with time constraints and deadlines
Strong commitment to work in a dynamic environment promoting teamwork
Preferred
Related course work and certifications in customs compliance and logistics
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees and their dependents on the 1st of the month following date of hire
Optional flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid basic life and short-term disability insurance with employee-paid options for additional life insurance and long-term disability
Up to $300 per year in wellness activity reimbursement
401k with employer matching available
Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued per year with no waiting period to use accrued time
8 paid scheduled holidays and 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Up to $300 per year in Wellness Activity Reimbursement
Up to $5,250 per year tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Annual reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses based on the nature of the job
Company
Burton Mill Solutions
As the oldest cutting tool manufacturer in North America, Burton Mill Solutions offers the broadest and most trusted lines of custom industrial wood cutting bandsaws, circle saws, machines knives, sawmill filling room equipment, outsourced cutting tool reconditioning services, MRO solutions, technical expertise and saw filer vocational training found anywhere in the world.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Henry Botticello
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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