Senior Global Logistics PM - Multi-Modal & Vendor Oversight

Fracht Usa; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fracht Usa is seeking a Project Manager in Houston, TX to oversee complex import/export shipments across multiple modes, including heavy lift and barge. You will manage vendor relationships and ensure operational, financial, and customer objectives are met.

The role focuses on process improvement, best practices, and collaboration with leadership to drive growth and service excellence, including on-time performance and cost control.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in project logistics operations.
• Strong leadership in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-scope shipments.
• Experience with budgets, financial performance, and profitability.
• Strong background in vendor negotiation and client management.
• Experience in contributing to developing team members at multiple levels.
• In depth knowledge of transportation and logistics processes, including customs regulations and documentation requirement
• Proficiency in CargoWise a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate import/export shipments using multiple transportation modes.
• Create shipment files, arrange for pick-ups, and obtain required documentation.
• Enter shipments into CargoWise within 3 business days of handover and upload AES, EDI, booking confirmations, etc.
• Monitor budgets, costs, and profitability; drive cost-effective strategies.
• Oversee vendor management and negotiate rates; evaluate performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Coordinators and Specialists.
• Drive client retention and growth through service excellence and clear communication.
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings with stakeholders, in person and virtually.

Skills

Integrity

Flexibility

Communication

Problem Solving

Accountability

Project management

Leadership

Vendor management

Customer service

Education

Experience in project logistics operations

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Fracht Usa is seeking a Project Manager in Houston, TX to oversee complex import/export shipments across multiple modes, including heavy lift and barge. You will manage vendor relationships and ensure operational, financial, and customer objectives are met.

The role focuses on process improvement, best practices, and collaboration with leadership to drive growth and service excellence, including on-time performance and cost control.