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Sr International Logistics Analyst

Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, Minnesota
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Job ID 24-5021 Date posted Sep. 19, 2024 Category Corporate

At Schwan’s Company, the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table. Around here, every job matters, every voice counts, and every person contributes in a big way. We look to you to execute business, build relationships, and take pride in your work because at Schwan’s, you lead the way, and we value what you bring. Our passion is our food. Our secret is our people.

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Freschetta® pizza and Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™; Pagoda® and Bibigo Asian-style snacks and Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. 

We are growing and adding a newly created Sr International Logistics Analyst role to focus on the importing side of our business. In this role you will be is responsible for collaborating with Logistics, Fulfillment, Customer Service, Procurement, Finance, 3rd party Customs Brokers, and 3rd party Freight Forwarders and carriers to provide ocean freight, air freight and both international and domestic transportation services to the organization.  If you're highly organized, tech-savvy, and possess strong business acumen with an uncanny ability to anticipate needs while staying calm under pressure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Join us and be a part of our exciting journey.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintains compliance with international shipping requirements for all import and export freight.
  • Classifies all imported and products and raw materials under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. (HTS)
  • Manages and approves all documentation from vendors, carriers, and governments agencies, and provides to all necessary parties.
  • Coordinates sailing schedules based on production and demand timing, communicates, and manages exceptions to original plan.
  • Maintains compliance with rules and regulations of the DOT, the International Air Transport Organization, and International Maritime Organization and U.S. Customs.
  • Provides real-time order status to all applicable parties.
  • Provides periodic audits to ensure compliance of U.S. regulatory requirements and internal SOPs are being adhered to.
  • Leverages industry and departmental knowledge in cross-functional teams and project-based activities as assigned.
  • Maintain shipper of choice-based relationships with brokers, forwarders, carriers and vendors.
  • Analyses international freight charges and business costs and optimizes costs with shipping partners.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a role involving logistics, supply chain or business-related role.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and experience in a logistics, supply chain or project management related role is preferred
  • International importing experience ideally with refrigerated containers

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Experience in the transportation industry and international operation
  • Basic understanding of data and structure for Warehouse Management System (WMS), IBM, and SAP.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities in technical applications and in business processes where there is no existing or only limited standardization.
  • Ability to analyze data and make recommendations based on the findings.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, as well as present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers. General understanding of supply chain principles.
  • Strong MS Office Suite knowledge

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Food Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.


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