Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Logistics Manager (Mandarin Chinese Bilingual)
Department: | Logistics
Job Location: | Chino CA (On-site)
Employment: | Full-Time
FLSA Status: | Nonexempt
About Us
Fenchem is a global supplier of specialty ingredients, serving customers across food & beverage, human nutrition, personal & home care, animal nutrition, performance materials, and agrochemical industries.
Learn more at: https://www.fenchem.com.
Job Summary
We are seeking a bilingual Mandarin/English Logistics Manager with hands-on experience managing US import operations. This role oversees international freight, customs clearance coordination, port-to-warehouse transportation, and domestic distribution while leading daily logistics activities. This role also works closely with Sales, Warehouse, and carriers to ensure timely deliveries and cost-effective transportation while supporting continuous operational improvement.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective logistics strategies to ensure timely import of goods from international suppliers, including China, and distribution throughout the US.
- Manage relationships with shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and logistics service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation.
- Oversee end-to-end supply chain activities, including international transportation, inbound and outbound shipments, warehousing, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
- Ensure compliance with applicable US and international trade regulations, customs requirements, and import/export documentation.
- Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs, improve operational efficiency, and enhance service levels.
- Coordinate with Warehouse, Sales, and Procurement to align logistics operations with business needs.
- Develop logistics KPIs to evaluate performance, identify issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Lead the logistics team, establish priorities, monitor workflow, and foster a collaborative environment.
- Stay current on logistics industry trends, transportation market conditions, technology, and regulatory changes affecting international trade and supply chain operations.
- Perform other logistics-related projects as assigned by management.
Required Skills
- Fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English is required.
- 3+ years of US import logistics experience, including ocean freight, customs clearance coordination, and port-to-warehouse transportation, plus experience leading logistics operations.
- Strong knowledge of import/export regulations and customs clearance, with experience in China-US trade.
- Experience with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and logistics service providers.
- Experience with logistics software and ERP systems. SAP experience is strongly preferred.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to evaluate freight costs and transportation options.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify operational issues and practical solutions.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- BA degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Pay: $33.70 ~ $36.10/hour, based on logistics background
- Performance Review: potential raise after 90 days, 6 months, or 1 year based on performance
Benefits
- Health Insurance: medical, dental, vision covering dependents; 100% employer paid options available
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer matching up to 4%
- Paid Sick Leave (PSL): 40 hours per year
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 7 days to start, increases with tenure; additional PTO via rewards program
- Paid Holidays: 13 company-paid holidays per year
- Additional Perks: employee reward programs, birthday treats, complimentary office snacks