What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chicago - Air & Ocean Import Manager position at Caliber, Inc.?
Duties and Responsibilities
- 5 years of experience / ability to manage a team of 20
- Develop import strategies and plans in coordination with other departments.
- Determine the most cost-effective and efficient methods for importing goods.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant customs, import, and trade regulations.
- Keep up-to-date with changes in import regulations and communicate these changes to the team.
- Manage relationships with suppliers, vendors, and customs authorities.
- Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to optimize import operations.
- Oversee the preparation and verification of import documentation, including customs paperwork.
- Ensure the accurate classification, valuation, and country of origin determination for imported goods.
- Coordinate customs clearance processes, including managing customs brokers.
- Resolve customs issues and delays promptly and efficiently.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to prevent overstock or stockouts.
- Implement inventory strategies to optimize storage and distribution.
- Manage import-related costs and expenses, including customs duties and taxes.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities in the import process.
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly assess and report on the performance of import operations.
About the company :
Caliber Talent Solutions represents one of the top freight forwarders with a strong global presence. Almost 50 years in business, they have over a thousand offices globally and over 75,000 employees. Company has invested in their technology to accommodate their wide network. It benefits both employee and customers. Plus, our client is known for their internal growth progression. It is rare for them to ask us for management level positions as they promote from within.
About Caliber Talent Solutions : Caliber is a recruiting company that specializes in freight forwarding and logistics. Our vision is to become one of the nation's top niches recruiting agencies known for our industry expertise and high-quality talent network. Not only will we strive to be diligent in our profession, but use the same level of commitment to be servant leaders within our community.
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