Logistics Lead

Who we are

AVT is a global high-tech company that develops and manufactures automatic quality control systems for the printing industry.

What we're looking for

We are looking for a Logistics Lead for a diverse and meaningful role, responsible for the company’s logistics operations, with a focus on import and export, international shipments, and end-to-end logistics processes.

The role is suitable for a logistics professional with a solid professional foundation and relevant experience, who is looking for an opportunity to grow, make an impact, and professionally manage a team of two employees.

The position involves working with a wide range of internal stakeholders and external suppliers, while maintaining a hands-on approach and overseeing day-to-day logistics operations.

You'll be responsible for

• Manage the company’s day-to-day import and export activities.
• Professionally and operationally manage a logistics team of two employees, including work allocation, task prioritization, training, guidance, and follow-up.
• Manage and coordinate international shipments, including imports, exports, drop shipments, exhibition shipments, and complex shipments.
• Review logistics costs and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost reduction.
• Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Production, Sales, Marketing, Service, Finance, and other internal stakeholders.
• Provide logistics support and solutions to company employees and customers.
• Manage ongoing relationships with freight forwarders, courier companies, and customs brokers, including obtaining quotations, tracking shipments, and handling exceptions and issues.
• Coordinate customs classification of company products with customs brokers and in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Prepare and review import and export documentation in accordance with destination requirements and applicable regulations.
• Monitor and stay up to date on changes in import and export regulations and requirements, including U.S. import requirements.
• Handle regulatory approvals required for import and export activities.
• Review and approve invoices from freight forwarders and courier companies.
• Prepare periodic reports for company management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement of day-to-day activities.
• Lead the improvement, implementation, and optimization of logistics processes.
• Handle logistics exceptions and ensure business continuity of logistics operations.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in logistics, import/export, or international shipping.
• Good knowledge of import/export processes and international shipping.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, courier companies, and customs brokers.
• Strong learning ability and willingness to deepen and expand professional knowledge.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience and knowledge working with Priority – a significant advantage.
• Previous experience managing or leading employees – an advantage.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain a broader perspective.
• Proactive approach, strong sense of ownership, and problem-solving skills.