Logistics Manager

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Yuma, AZ
Senior level
Agriculture
The Role
The Logistics Manager leads logistics operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in domestic and international shipments while managing teams and stakeholder relationships.
Summary Generated by Built In

The USA Logistics Manager is responsible for leading and managing the logistics team supporting the United States business region. This role requires close collaboration with the US Operations and Regulatory Team to ensure logistics operations align with global strategies while maintaining efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. The Logistics Manager will oversee all aspects of domestic and international shipments, including imports, exports, global samples, and domestic deliveries, ensuring compliance with trade regulations. They will develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including carriers, suppliers, customs brokers, and regulatory agencies, to enhance logistics performance. Additionally, the Logistics Manager will establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency, cost reduction, and continuous improvement. By analyzing shipment data and identifying trends, they will implement innovative strategies to optimize logistics operations. This role also includes overseeing vendor relationships, ensuring seamless transportation processes, and fostering a high-performing team culture.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Team Management: Recruit, train, and supervise a team of logistics professionals managing import/export and domestic distribution.
  • Strategic Logistics Management: Oversee all shipments, manage associated risks and liabilities, and ensure cost-effective, timely deliveries.
  • Compliance & Regulatory Alignment: Maintain full compliance with U.S. Customs, Foreign Trade Zones, agricultural regulations, and import/export laws in collaboration with the Global Trade Compliance team.
  • Cost & Process Optimization: Evaluate shipping routes, negotiate freight rates, and implement efficiency improvements to reduce costs and enhance performance.
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Relations: Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and transportation providers, ensuring alignment with global logistics strategies.
  • Performance Tracking & Data Analysis: Develop and manage KPIs, analyze logistics data, and implement solutions to improve service levels and efficiency.
  • Technology & Process Innovation: Oversee logistics tracking software, maintain the Logistics SharePoint page, and drive automation and process enhancements.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Trade, Transportation, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Equivalent work experience is considered.
  • Chemical or Ag Chemical experience preferred.

Experience/Skills/Abilities:

  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience in logistics, including import/export functions.
  • Preferred: Management experience in a fast-paced, global logistics environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of ocean, air, and ground freight operations, including RFQ/RFP processes and cost monitoring.
  • Knowledge of global trade regulations, including US Customs, Foreign Trade Zones, Agricultural Regulations, and Import Laws.
  • Experience collaborating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and transportation providers.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills to interface with various internal and external departments.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multi-departmental environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and experience with ERP systems.
  • Preferred Certifications: IATA, DOT, IMDG.

Job Expectations/Working Conditions:

  • Travel required up to 5-10%.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods and work on a computer for long hours.

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The Company
HQ: Yuma, AZ
401 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

Gowan Company is a Yuma, AZ-based, family-owned company that has evolved into a global player in the agricultural input industry. Over 50 years ago, Jon Jessen began his venture working in the fields alongside farmers to help them identify, and solve pest problems that threatened to compromise the health of their crops and their livelihood.

Today, the Gowan Group employs over 950 employees globally with entities in 11 countries including France, Italy, Spain, UK, Canada, and Mexico. The company’s products and services include crop protection products (insecticides, fungicides, etc.) as well as seeds and fertilizers. Contract formulation, manufacturing, and warehousing are also included in the comprehensive suite of products and services provided by Gowan. Based on recent sales growth over the past 5 years, Phillips McDougall has cited Gowan Company as one of the fastest growing agrochemical companies in the world.

Gowan employees are proud to be a part of this family-owned tribe, working together towards a common goal. Weekly “happy half hour” celebrations on Friday, monthly company luncheons, profit-sharing bonuses, excellent benefits, and many other perks make Gowan a truly great place to work.

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