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Global Logistics Manager

Gowan Company · Yuma, AZ · 3 days ago
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Position Summary

The Global Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager oversees all global logistics operations and international trade compliance activities within the highly regulated agrochemical sector.

Job Responsibilities

  • Define and implement global logistics strategies for crop protection products, seeds, and related intermediates.

  • Ensure compliant storage and transportation of hazardous and temperature-regulated agrochemical products, respecting ADR, IMDG, IATA, and regional requirements.

  • Oversee emergency logistics and incident management for spills, damages, or regulation-related delays.

  • Manage global 3PLs, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and warehouse partners, ensuring service reliability and cost optimization.

  • Benchmark logistics costs and performance globally and locally, seeking improvement opportunities.

  • Create and manage standardized performance metrics focused on the delivery of finished goods to customers.

  • Stay updated on industry best practices and benchmarks, and act as an internal consultant on logistics processes.

  • Manage logistics projects to drive continuous improvement in global operations.

  • Mentor and support the development of local logistics teams, offering educational opportunities for career growth.

  • Collaborate with IT to streamline logistics systems and provide leadership for changes.

  • Oversee logistics-related master data, ensuring consistent application of operational data like lead times.

  • Lead logistics digitalization initiatives to improve visibility and performance.

  • Lead a network of internal logistics professionals to manage daily operations and drive logistics improvements.

  • Develop and manage a global logistics strategy for structural decisions, including assets, warehousing, and internal vs. outsourced logistics.

  • Collaborate with Global Supply Chain to optimize inventory flows in support of seasonal demand peaks, planting schedules, and product launch timelines.

  • Minimize business risks by ensuring global compliance with trade regulations.

  • Support audits and reviews of local logistics and trade activities to manage risks effectively.

  • Implement risk mitigation strategies for hazardous goods handling, geopolitical disruptions, export controls, and sanctions.

  • Develop training documentation and implement compliance programs to enhance logistics and trade professionalism.

  • Lead trade compliance audits, corrective actions, and global training for internal teams and external partners.

  • Lead engagements with government bodies on international trade controls compliance.

  • Provide solutions to complex regulatory issues related to imports, exports, and economic sanctions.

  • Manage classification and documentation for crop protection and chemical substances, including: HS codes and ECCN classifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Dangerous Goods documentation, Certificates of Origin, Phytosanitary certificates.

  • Oversee screening for trade sanctions, restricted parties, and embargoed countries.

  • Maintain trade compliance policies in alignment with EU REACH, US FIFRA/EPA, Latin America MAPA/SAG, and APAC import standards.

  • Partner with Regulatory and Stewardship teams to ensure transportation and customs documentation reflects the latest product approvals and restrictions.

  • Track logistics KPIs including OTIF, cost-to-serve, transport quality, and warehouse efficiency.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate sustainability commitments, including CO₂ reduction in transportation, optimized packaging, and safe handling protocols.

  • Collaborate with Global Procurement on supplier performance evaluations and global tender processes for logistics partners.

  • Lead cross-functional teams to enable supply reliability and market access.

  • Support market expansion, new registrations, and product lifecycle management with trade and logistics expertise.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Logistics, Engineering, Chemistry, Agronomy, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.

  • Preferred: Master's degree; experience in the agrochemical, chemical, or life sciences industries.

  • 10+ years of experience in global logistics or trade compliance, ideally within the agrochemical, chemical, or life sciences industries.

  • Experience working with Brokers, Freight Forwarders, and Transportation providers.

  • Strong knowledge of hazardous goods regulations (ADR, IMDG, IATA), customs processes, and international trade compliance frameworks.

  • Knowledge of regulatory agencies and compliance areas including Customs, Environmental, and Export Controls.

  • Strong trade compliance background with relevant training and experience.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills within a matrixed global organization.

  • People management experience with a proven track record leading global teams.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP and/or JDE preferred) and advanced analytics tools.

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