Trade Director - Lower 48

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for international trade and logistics? Lynden Logistics is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Trade Director - Lower 48 to oversee our trade lane and markets. This role demands exceptional organizational and communication skills, a deep understanding of our systems and customer requirements, and a willingness to travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Trade Lane Management: Oversee trade activities, monitor performance using Tableau, and manage the P&L for assigned trade lanes/markets.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with executive management to develop and implement annual and long-term objectives for growth and efficiency in trade lanes/markets.
• Business Development: Drive strategies to enhance operational efficiencies, expand the customer base, and explore new business opportunities.
• Performance Review: Analyze business performance, implement corrective actions, and develop plans and budgets for trade lanes/markets.
• Customer and Sales Support: Manage key accounts, lead the sales team, and collaborate with internal departments and external partners to develop and execute sales strategies.
• Vendor and Service Coordination: Support arrangements with carriers, identify key vendor relationships, and assist in vendor negotiations and quality reviews.
• New Business Initiatives: Aid in onboarding new business, develop pricing tools, and assist with proposals and RFQs.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in freight forwarding operations (domestic and international air, ocean).
• Industry Knowledge: Thorough understanding of domestic and international transportation (air, trucking, ocean) and experience with tariffs and regulations.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to apply mathematical concepts in practical situations.
• Customer Relations: Proven ability to build and maintain a client base and balance customer and operational expectations.
• Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel locally and overnight as needed.

Additional Information:

• Pre-employment Requirements: Pass a drug test and background screening.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Certifications: Ability to possess a STA or TSA recognized equivalents. STA will be submitted by Lynden Logistics upon job offer and renewed thereafter.

If you are a strategic thinker with a track record of success in international trade and logistics, and you are ready to lead our efforts in expanding and optimizing our trade lanes, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now to join our team and make a significant impact on our global trade operations.