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FlexStaff Logistics Operations/Business Development Manager (ocean/air experience) in Houston, Texas

Req Number 131533

FlexStaff is seeking a Logistics Manager/Business Development Manager for our client, a full-service transportation company offering services related to all phases of cargo handling including ocean freight, air freight, refrigerated services, NVOCC, logistics management, trucking and warehousing. This position is full-time, direct hire, HYBRID position, located in Houston, TX. (must be based in the Houston area) 4 days/in the office, 1 day remote.

Summary

Manage and control logistic arrangements, customer support and new business development

Responsibilities

  • Communicate and support customers at a senior level which includes problem solving, monitoring, and attending meetings when necessary

  • Oversee staff and trouble shoot daily operational issues

  • Maintain compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulations

  • Vendor selection and management

  • Support Director with various functions including developing annual budgets

  • Performance of accounting duties such as bill paying, invoicing, and collections

  • Monthly reporting

  • Review vendor invoices and payment details for accuracy before approving

  • Support supervisors and staff in daily activity to expedite response time to customers as needed

  • Support company marketing functions

  • Provide insight into new logistics technologies, and skill sets

  • Set goals for staff and confirm results

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Recruiting, interviewing, and selecting well-qualified staff when necessary

  • Terminate employees when necessary

  • Addressing performance concerns in a timely manner

  • Delegate and execute administrative duties

  • Administrative tasks such as approving time sheets, paid time off and monitoring overtime

  • Conducting performance appraisals for direct reports

  • Abide by Human Resources policies, procedures, practices and lead by example

  • Provide training whenever necessary to staff

  • Create presentations, hold, and run meetings for staff

  • Maintain positive employee engagement and actively manage staff

Qualifications

  • Experience dealing with various issues that may arise in the logistics process

  • Knowledge of Customs Border Protection (CBP), Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), Non-vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), Partnered Government Agency (PGA), and all modes of global transport

  • Ability to interpret import and export laws, policies, and regulations

  • Familiar with compliance matters involving government regulatory, logistics, and inventory matters

  • Extensive computer skills, mathematics, written, and oral communication skills

  • Ability to travel to support customers

Education and Experience

  • Bachelors' Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

  • At least 10 years' experience in logistics and 5 years' experience supervising

  • Proven leadership abilities based on work experience

  • ERP/TMS experiences

  • SAP experience a plus

  • HAZMAT certification is a plus, TWIC card

Benefits

  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance

  • 401(k) matching

  • Employee assistance program

  • Flexible spending account

  • Health savings account

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Tuition reimbursement

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$95,000/year

It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status, or citizenship status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, their or their dependent’s sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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