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Supply Chain/Logistics Atlas Copco US – United States Houston

As the Logistics and Trade Compliance Manager at Atlas Copco, you will oversee and streamline all logistics operations essential for both domestic and international shipments. You will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating activities that guarantee the smooth flow of goods across global supply chains while maintaining compliance with U.S. regulations and international trade requirements. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager, you will be the primary logistics subject matter expert, guiding both strategy and execution across the department.

Your leadership will be critical in providing master scheduling and process management for the Logistics Team, fostering a high-performance culture rooted in efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration. You will develop, implement, and continuously refine comprehensive management plans that address logistics strategies, transportation safety, regulatory compliance, cost control, and customer satisfaction within the Compressor Technique business area.

• Lead and mentor the logistics workforce and warehouse personnel, overseeing training programs that enhance team capabilities and professional growth.
• Design and optimize transportation processes, ensuring adherence to DOT regulations and company safety standards while maximizing cost-efficiency across multimodal transport solutions.
• Establish and maintain robust relationships with freight forwarders, shipping companies, and logistics vendors. Lead contract negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favorable service levels.
• Analyze logistics metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives that support strategic business objectives and operational excellence.
• Spearhead trade compliance initiatives, ensuring all import/export activities comply with international regulatory standards, including auditing HTS codes and managing duty drawback claims and Temporary Import Bonds effectively.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, procurement, and customer service teams to resolve logistics challenges promptly and to uphold excellent service delivery.
• Champion the company’s "Safety First" policy by integrating sustainable and safe practices into all logistics operations to protect people, products, and the environment.
• Take initiative to perform any other logistics or trade compliance duties as the business evolves and needs arise.

We encourage applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and expertise, even if not all criteria are met. Your unique perspective and experience are valuable to us.

Experience: 7 to 10 years of progressive experience managing import/export logistics and complying with complex trade regulations is preferred. Prior experience holding or familiarity with a Customs Broker license is advantageous.

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related fields is required, or equivalent professional experience.

Skills: You must demonstrate strong independent initiative, exemplary organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication, and sound critical thinking abilities. Expertise in shipping operations, customs clearance processes, cost analysis, and supply chain information systems is essential. Ability to perform effectively both independently and collaboratively in high-pressure situations is required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, and Power BI is mandatory. Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet business objectives is expected.

• An inclusive workplace culture focused on trust, respect, and accountability that supports your contributions and growth.
• Opportunities for lifelong learning and career development facilitated through training programs, mentorship, and internal mobility.
• A collaborative and innovative environment where your ideas drive meaningful advancements in logistics and supply chain management.
• Comprehensive compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions, including competitive salary, bonuses, and equity considerations.
• Robust benefits covering health, wellness, retirement plans, and work-life balance supports designed to foster your well-being and satisfaction.
• Engagement in a global enterprise with a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and ethical business practices.

This position is based in Houston, Texas, where you will join a dynamic and diverse team at our local office. Our on-site working environment enhances collaboration, innovation, and direct engagement with cross-functional partners. Embrace the opportunity to contribute in person to a thriving logistics function within a global leader in the compressor technology sector.

Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long-term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.