Tarkett · 1 day ago
International Transportation Manager
United States, Solon (OH)
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions, and they are seeking an International Transportation Manager. This role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing global transportation activities, managing import and export operations, and ensuring compliance with customs and regulatory requirements.
Building MaterialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate all international import and export shipments across air, ocean, and ground transportation
Optimize global freight flows, transit times, and shipping costs while maintaining high service levels
Select, evaluate, and manage relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and logistics partners
Work Closely with Freight Pay and Audit provider to ensure timely and accurate billing of freight charges
Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve delays, documentation issues, or exceptions
Ensure all international shipments comply with customs laws, tariff classifications, Incoterms, export controls, and country-specific regulations
Prepare, review, and manage import/export documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and compliance declarations
Stay up to date with changes in customs regulations, trade agreements, duty rates, and global compliance requirements
Work closely with internal compliance teams to mitigate risk and maintain proper recordkeeping
Ensure accuracy of logistics data within SAP, including HTS Codes and Country of Origin
Partner with procurement, production, sales, finance, and warehouse teams to support business needs and optimize the global supply chain
Resolve escalations related to transportation delays, compliance issues, or supply chain disruptions
Track and report KPIs such as freight cost, on-time delivery, shipping accuracy, and customs clearance times
Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs, streamline processes, and improve supply chain efficiency
Lead or support logistics improvement initiatives, vendor negotiations, and network optimization efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
5+ years of experience in international logistics, import/export operations, or global supply chain management
Strong knowledge of customs regulations, international trade compliance, Incoterms, and documentation requirements
Knowledge of free-trade agreements, HS codes, and export control classifications
Experience working with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple priorities
Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
Preferred
Experience with trade compliance tools and duty management programs
Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills
Hands-on experience with SAP (preferably in logistics, transportation, and import/export modules)
Benefits
Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
Company
Tarkett
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, generating net sales of € 3.3 billion in 2024.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Frederic Vaillant, MBA
Division CFO Tarkett North America & Tarkett Sports
Drew Beynon
Chief Operating Officer - North American Turf and Track
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