What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Manager position at Paka Apparel?
Company Overview
Paka was founded in 2016 in Cusco, Peru when its founder, Kris Cody, came across an alpaca sweater in an artisan market. He had never touched anything as soft and lightweight. Kris began living alongside a family of Quechua weavers with a dream to bring alpaca fiber to the outdoors industry; at the time, alpaca fiber was mainly used in high fashion apparel, and he saw the opportunity to harness its incredible function (having evolved in one of the most rugged climates on Earth). Fast forward 7 years, and Paka has connected hundreds of thousands of customers back to where their clothing comes from, who made it, and what it’s made of.
A Certified B Corp, Paka’s mission is to create versatile, sustainable alpaca apparel for the outdoors, fostering a deeper connection to nature and uplifting Peruvian communities. Paka donates 1% of its revenues directly back to the communities where its clothing is sourced, from financing university tuition for young Peruvian women to building greenhouses in the rural Andes for the alpaquero communities. All of its products are made with Traceable Alpaca fiber. Paka is now at a pivot point in its global journey.
Role Overview
As a Logistics Manager, you'll be key in making sure our products move smoothly and sustainably across global markets. This role combines big-picture planning with day-to-day action, overseeing third-party logistics (3PL) partners, optimizing international and domestic shipping, and driving continuous improvement. You'll manage everything from negotiating contracts with carriers to ensuring we meet international regulations, all while focusing on efficiency and reducing our environmental impact. Your work will be essential in supporting our goal of seamless, sustainable operations.
Your Impact
Transportation
- Oversee and manage the full spectrum of transportation modes (ocean, air, parcel, LTL, TL) to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods domestically and internationally.
- Serve as the main point of contact for all Freight Forwarder communication. Proactively engage with freight forwarders on shipment schedules, consolidation opportunities at origin and destination ports, receiving appointments, and importation document requirements.
- Ensure all import / export activities comply with international regulations and U.S. customs laws. Oversee preparation and accuracy of shipping documentation, including bills of lading, HTS classifications, and certificates of origin.
- Monitor and improve shipment tracking systems and visibility. Ensure shipment information is up to date in all systems for inbound reporting accuracy.
- Maintain a historical record of shipping costs and analyze regularly for cost trends and proposed reduction opportunities.
- Balance fast delivery with carbon footprint reduction through shipment consolidation, use of alternative fuel trucks, and strategic shipping method selection (e.g., sea over air).
- Develop and monitor KPIs, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and vendor scorecards to measure performance and inform decision-making. Research industry performance, standards, and benchmarks to analyze freight forwarder performance on a regular basis.
Fulfillment
Operations
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Salary Range : $70,000 - $120,000
Salary : $70,000 - $120,000
