Global Logistics and Compliance Manager

The Logistics and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing all logistics operations that support our global manufacturing and distribution network. This role manages domestic and international transportation, import/export compliance, and coordination with overseas suppliers and carriers. The Logistics and Compliance Manager will ensure that materials, components, and finished goods flow efficiently through the supply chain - from global sourcing and production to final delivery - while optimizing costs, maintaining service levels, and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Manage and optimize international and domestic transportation networks, including ocean, air, and ground freight for plants in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Implement carrier bid awards. Manage relationships with carriers. Track carrier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL partners to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Proactively monitor and communicate status of inbound shipments to Supply Chain organization at our plants.
• Oversee import/export documentation and compliance with international trade regulations.
• Partner with procurement, production, and planning teams to align logistics operations with production schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Analyze freight costs for Ocean, Air Cargo, Parcel, and Ground transportation. Drive mix to best-cost modes. Partner with Supply Chain, Operations and Planning teams to minimize costly expedites.
• Analyze and report key logistics KPIs, including on-time delivery, freight cost per pound, and lead time.
• Develop contingency and risk management plans for potential supply chain disruptions.
• Develop and execute cost reduction projects.
• Work with Supply Chain and Trade Compliance teams to identify opportunities for savings on duties and tariffs.
• Manage claims for lost or damaged freight as needed.
• Document processes and desk-level work procedures.

Who You Are:

You build a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. You develop people to meet both their career and the organization's goals. You take a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens, and relying on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement when making decisions. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions. You paint a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of logistics, transportation, or supply chain management experience.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Advanced degree (Masters, Business Administration or other advanced IT or Engineering related degree)
• A demonstrable experience in leading a large global organization, preferably in a matrix organization for the IT field
• Global logistics and trade compliance expertise
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Cost management and process optimization
• Strong organizational and negotiation skills
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic environments

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON


Our Commitment to Our People


At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.


We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.


Work Authorization


Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


Equal Opportunity Employer


Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.


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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.


With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!


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