Location
Carlstadt, New Jersey, United States
Type
Full-time
Pay
$65000–$90000 / year
Job Description
Employer: H Mart Logistics Transportation Import Specialist is responsible for managing container dispatch across all US regional warehouses, independently leading RFP processes for drayage and freight services and resolving complex freight, unloading-priority, and reporting issues. This role determines container movement based on cost efficiency and store inventory needs and mentors Jr. Staffs. Freight Management * Communicate with freight forwarder and manage Air/Ocean Fright scheduling across all regional warehouses * Determine genset attachment requirements for RF containers, including non-standard cases Unloading Priority Management * Own the Unloading Priority List across all regional warehouses; resolve scheduling conflicts with truckers, warehouse, and 3rd party warehouse * Oversee FDA release follow-up and empty container returns; resolve delays and escalations * Monitor inbound container movement trends across the network and address recurring bottlenecks Report * Analyze Demurrage & Detention fees and present findings and cost-reduction recommendations to upper management * Own the monthly Ocean Freight list reporting process Experiences and Requirements * Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree or above preferred * Years of Experience 5+ years of experience in * Operation/Distributions/Logistics/Transportation industry and RFP experience preferred * Proficiency with computers, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) * Advanced knowledge of logistics, operations, food regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements * Strong vendor negotiation and RFP management skills * Advanced data analytics skills * Efficient communication skills; self-starter * Customs brokerage knowledge a plus Benefits * Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy * 401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy * Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy * BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage) * Company provided lunch * Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy * Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy * Employee Discount Program (5%) * Holiday Gift certificates per company policy * FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy * DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday ~ Friday Salary Range: $65,000 ~ $90,000 *Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.
Requirements
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in operations, distribution, logistics, or transportation, with strong vendor negotiation and RFP management skills. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with advanced knowledge of logistics, food regulations, and safety compliance.