Global Import Specialist - Food & Supply Chain

JazzHR; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Career development

Job summary

Conexus Food, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an International Import Specialist to support sourcing and regulatory compliance for key international imports. The role focuses on supplier evaluation, total landed cost, and cross-border risk management with emphasis on China and growth into new origins.

You will work with the Corporate Category Manager and cross-functional teams to optimize procurement, labeling, and documentation while maintaining IFS and FDA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Food Science, Economics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or imports trading (food industry preferred).
• IFS (International Featured Standards) certification requirements.
• Solid understanding of MRP systems and replenishment processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable with data and market indices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and execution of sourcing strategies for major international import categories.
• Source and evaluate suppliers internationally, including sourcing from China and expanding to new countries.
• Issue and manage purchase orders across multiple imports and customer segments.
• Ensure compliance with labeling requirements and U.S. FDA import requirements.
• Maintain IFS certification requirements and related food safety/quality documentation.
• Coordinate with DC operations to ensure timely fulfillment of demand.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Sourcing

Communication

Bilingual Mandarin-English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Procurement software

MRP

Job description

Conexus Food, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an International Import Specialist to support sourcing and regulatory compliance for key international imports. The role focuses on supplier evaluation, total landed cost, and cross-border risk management with emphasis on China and growth into new origins.

You will work with the Corporate Category Manager and cross-functional teams to optimize procurement, labeling, and documentation while maintaining IFS and FDA standards.