International Logistics Operations Manager

International Logistics Operations ManagerLinde Gas & Equipment Inc.Hampton, NJ, United StatesYou will drive operational excellence across global logistics and trade compliance to improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase profitability, and mitigate third-party risk. Manage end-to-end import/export and transportation activities across the U.S., China, and Europe, ensuring compliance, safety, and timely delivery. Coordinate and execute global freight movements (air, ocean, rail, trucking) from quoting through final delivery, including dangerous goods (Class 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 8). Partner with regional logistics providers, customs brokers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient transportation solutions. Review import documentation for accuracy and compliance; issue export documentation. Maintain import/export tracking and performance reports. File and manage ISF, AES, GTS, and ACE submissions in coordination with customs brokers. Develop and execute logistics plans focused on risk mitigation, cost control, and schedule reliability. Conduct technical evaluations of complex transportation solutions, including plant equipment moves. Track and manage ISO containers, MEGC tanks, and chassis. Identify shipment risks, review critical movements, and ensure contingency plans and cost/schedule buffers are in place. Lead or support negotiations with transportation providers on rates, capacity, and service levels. Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies for cost, service, and performance. Establish and influence logistics standards, metrics, processes, and best practices. Collaborate cross-functionally on network design, KPI development, and performance reporting. Analyze logistics and transportation data to identify improvement opportunities and recommend innovative solutions. Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFP development, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and contract administration. Ensure logistics contracts contain appropriate clauses to mitigate company risk. Stay current on industry best practices and translate them into company policies, guidelines, and standards. Support FTZ and duty drawback initiatives. Build strong internal and external relationships; actively network within the logistics and trade compliance community. Report operational and functional performance to the Associate Director, Trade Compliance and Logistics.You have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Technical field; MBA preferred. Valid U.S. passport; ability to travel internationally. 10+ years of global cargo/logistics experience; DG exposure preferred. Extensive international transportation experience (FCL, LTL, multimodal, rail, air). Overseas logistics execution and operational experience. Strong knowledge of import/export and international trade regulations (North America, Europe, China). Customs brokerage coursework preferred. Proven ability to work independently on daily operations and projects. Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Experience with commercial contracts. SAP experience preferred.Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!