India
North America Import/Export and Transportation Manager
India, Southfield, Michigan, United States, 48076
Overview
Comau LLC -- North America Import/Export and Transportation Manager
Our values reflect who we are and how we work. We value our employees and support a highly innovative and safe working environment while performing challenging and meaningful work. We encourage open communication, innovation, and teamwork, empowering employees to work with simplicity and efficiency. If you enjoy a dynamic environment oriented toward innovation and growth, you may be a great fit for our team.
Today, Comau has a global presence with 33 operative centers in 14 countries, offering tailor-made solutions and localized support.
The Position We are looking for a North America Import/Export and Transportation Manager. This role will manage and strategically lead all North American import, export, and transportation activities. You will define, execute, and maintain the transportation strategy in alignment with local and global trade compliance regulations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Proposals & Estimating, Purchasing, and the Global Import/Export Transportation team, to ensure successful project execution and meet company needs.
Why Should You Apply?
Great benefits
Comau offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for you and your family, health and wellness programs, health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts with employer contribution, 401k with company match, paid vacation & holidays, employee referral program, maternity and paternity leave, vehicle discounts, and more.
Requirements Knowledge & Skills
Deep knowledge of rules and regulations from BIS, OFAC, and EAR.
Expertise in material classification, including HTS and ECCN.
Extensive working knowledge of import rules, Customs Regulations, Incoterms, and export documentation.
High-level understanding of border crossing processes, particularly with Canada and Mexico.
Strong analytical skills to assess costs, benefits, and liabilities of actions.
Proficiency in logistics risk management and KPI calculation/monitoring.
Project management fundamentals and experience in a project-based environment.
Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Behavioral Competencies
Strategic Problem Solver:
Possesses strong problem-solving skills to review complex information and develop and implement effective solutions.
Influential Leader:
Demonstrates leadership, judgment, and team-building abilities.
Collaborative Communicator:
Builds rapport with internal/external customers, peers, and governmental agencies.
Action-Oriented:
Demonstrates urgency to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
Highly Organized:
Maintains auditable records and software transactions with a comprehensive approach.
Adaptable:
Able to set priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related experience.
Previous Experience:
5–10 years in an automotive or similar industrial automation environment. Experience with government agencies (domestic and foreign), customers, and logistical support entities is required.
Languages:
English — Advanced proficiency required.
Responsibilities
Lead Compliance & Strategy:
Ensure all transactions comply with regional and local trade regulations. Define and implement a strategic roadmap for import, export, and transportation to support high-growth, complex automotive and industrial automation projects.
Process Management:
Collaborate with the Process Owner to maintain and improve efficient import/export and transportation processes, ensuring common standards and best practices for domestic and international transactions.
Financial & Performance Oversight:
Manage the Transportation Department budget. Ensure timely and accurate billing in coordination with Purchasing, Finance, and Project Management. Establish and monitor supply chain KPI performance.
Supplier & Service Management:
Benchmark service providers for cost and performance. Review and implement service agreements with carriers, external warehouses (if needed), freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
Risk Mitigation:
Proactively evaluate transportation insurance needs and manage logistics risks to prevent disruptions and ensure project continuity.
The Location:
This position will be located in Southfield, Michigan.
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Our values reflect who we are and how we work. We value our employees and support a highly innovative and safe working environment while performing challenging and meaningful work. We encourage open communication, innovation, and teamwork, empowering employees to work with simplicity and efficiency. If you enjoy a dynamic environment oriented toward innovation and growth, you may be a great fit for our team.
Today, Comau has a global presence with 33 operative centers in 14 countries, offering tailor-made solutions and localized support.
The Position We are looking for a North America Import/Export and Transportation Manager. This role will manage and strategically lead all North American import, export, and transportation activities. You will define, execute, and maintain the transportation strategy in alignment with local and global trade compliance regulations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Proposals & Estimating, Purchasing, and the Global Import/Export Transportation team, to ensure successful project execution and meet company needs.
Why Should You Apply?
Great benefits
Comau offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for you and your family, health and wellness programs, health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts with employer contribution, 401k with company match, paid vacation & holidays, employee referral program, maternity and paternity leave, vehicle discounts, and more.
Requirements Knowledge & Skills
Deep knowledge of rules and regulations from BIS, OFAC, and EAR.
Expertise in material classification, including HTS and ECCN.
Extensive working knowledge of import rules, Customs Regulations, Incoterms, and export documentation.
High-level understanding of border crossing processes, particularly with Canada and Mexico.
Strong analytical skills to assess costs, benefits, and liabilities of actions.
Proficiency in logistics risk management and KPI calculation/monitoring.
Project management fundamentals and experience in a project-based environment.
Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Behavioral Competencies
Strategic Problem Solver:
Possesses strong problem-solving skills to review complex information and develop and implement effective solutions.
Influential Leader:
Demonstrates leadership, judgment, and team-building abilities.
Collaborative Communicator:
Builds rapport with internal/external customers, peers, and governmental agencies.
Action-Oriented:
Demonstrates urgency to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
Highly Organized:
Maintains auditable records and software transactions with a comprehensive approach.
Adaptable:
Able to set priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related experience.
Previous Experience:
5–10 years in an automotive or similar industrial automation environment. Experience with government agencies (domestic and foreign), customers, and logistical support entities is required.
Languages:
English — Advanced proficiency required.
Responsibilities
Lead Compliance & Strategy:
Ensure all transactions comply with regional and local trade regulations. Define and implement a strategic roadmap for import, export, and transportation to support high-growth, complex automotive and industrial automation projects.
Process Management:
Collaborate with the Process Owner to maintain and improve efficient import/export and transportation processes, ensuring common standards and best practices for domestic and international transactions.
Financial & Performance Oversight:
Manage the Transportation Department budget. Ensure timely and accurate billing in coordination with Purchasing, Finance, and Project Management. Establish and monitor supply chain KPI performance.
Supplier & Service Management:
Benchmark service providers for cost and performance. Review and implement service agreements with carriers, external warehouses (if needed), freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
Risk Mitigation:
Proactively evaluate transportation insurance needs and manage logistics risks to prevent disruptions and ensure project continuity.
The Location:
This position will be located in Southfield, Michigan.
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