Logistics Manager - Tile Importer

Logistics Talent Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

A national tile importer and distributor in New York is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to oversee international freight and customs operations. This role is crucial in enhancing logistics performance and reducing costs within a dynamic supply chain. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in logistics, a strong understanding of customs regulations, and proven negotiation skills. Join a company focused on operational efficiency where you can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in logistics, freight, and customs management.
• Deep knowledge of international shipping and U.S. customs regulations.
• Proven ability to negotiate freight contracts.
• Experience with TMS and ERP platforms.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end logistics for international shipments, focusing on ocean freight and drayage.
• Manage customs clearance processes to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with brokers and carriers to optimize costs.
• Analyze transportation spend and negotiate vendor contracts.
• Develop SOPs and reporting tools for logistics visibility.

Skills

Logistics management

Customs operations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

TMS

ERP platforms

Job description

About the job Logistics Manager - Tile Importer

Brooklyn, New York, NY (On-site)
$115,000 USD/year + Bonus

A national tile importer and distributor with over 400 employees and four U.S. locations is hiring a seasoned Logistics Manager to oversee freight and customs operations out of their New York office. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, this role is critical to improving international logistics performance, reducing freight spend, and streamlining internal processes across their expanding supply chain.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee end-to-end logistics for international shipments, with a focus on ocean freight and drayage
• Manage customs clearance processes and ensure all import documentation is compliant and accurate
• Collaborate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to improve cost and transit times
• Analyze transportation spend and lead vendor negotiations to reduce landed costs
• Optimize freight consolidation, container utilization, and port strategy
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, and operations teams across all U.S. locations
• Develop SOPs and reporting tools to increase visibility and control across the freight lifecycle

What Were Looking For:

• 10+ years of experience in logistics, freight, and customs management, preferably within the building materials or home goods sector
• Deep knowledge of international shipping, U.S. customs regulations, and drayage from major East Coast ports
• Proven ability to negotiate freight contracts and reduce logistics costs without sacrificing service
• Strong systems orientation; experience with TMS and ERP platforms
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume import environment

Why Join:

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role at a company investing heavily in operational efficiency. If you're a logistics leader who thrives on solving problems, reducing costs, and bringing structure to fast-growing organizations, this role offers both autonomy and visibility at the executive level.