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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Performance Management, with proven experience in freight transportation and logistics operations. Capable of leading regional teams and managing relationships with logistics service providers while ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Freight Operations ManagementSupply Chain ManagementLogistics Service Provider ManagementCustoms ComplianceTransport Management Systems (TMS)
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Hard Skills
Freight TransportationLogistics OperationsPerformance ManagementInternational TradeOperational Freight ProcessesBooking and Invoice ValidationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAdvanced English ProficiencyIntermediate Portuguese Proficiency
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsStakeholder ManagementFlexibilityTeam Leadership
Tools & Technologies
Transport Management Systems (TMS)ERP SystemsSAPAurora
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s Degree in International TradeValid Class B Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Freight OperationsCustoms RegulationsLogisticsSupply ChainFreight InsuranceWarehousingDistribution
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the regional Freight Operations team
- Keep the team up to date with developments, regulations and best practices in domestic and international freight transportation
- Design and implement regional and local freight strategies and transportation solutions
- Manage inbound and outbound freight operations
- Manage relationships with logistics service providers, carriers and customs brokers
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of customs and trade compliance documentation
- Ensure compliance with local and regional customs requirements and regulations
- Lead the Freight Control Tower management and operations
- Monitor and improve cost, quality and delivery performance
- Manage operational exceptions, deviations and corrective actions
- Oversee freight invoice validation and control processes
- Drive freight cost-effectiveness, profitability and operational efficiency
- Govern, administer and maintain transportation contracts, agreements and related documentation
- Participate in relevant global Supply Chain and Logistics projects
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, International Trade or a related field
- Based in Chile, Peru or Brazil
- Minimum of seven years of experience in freight transportation, logistics operations or a related area
- At least four years of experience leading regional teams
- Advanced English proficiency is mandatory
- Intermediate Portuguese proficiency is desirable
- Valid Class B driver’s license or local equivalent
- Availability to travel domestically and internationally
- Flexibility to work across different schedules and time zones when required
- Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management
- Advanced knowledge of Performance Management
- Experience working in warehousing, distribution, logistics or supply chain environments
- Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS) is desirable
- Proven experience managing Logistics Service Providers
- Strong working knowledge of international trade and freight insurance processes
- Strong knowledge of operational freight processes, including booking and invoice validation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience using ERP systems and business management tools, including SAP and Aurora
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal opportunity employment
- International and domestic travel availability
- Participation in global Supply Chain and Logistics projects