Logistics Manager - Foreign Trade Zone & Compliance - Doral, FL

Unimed Maritime is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Logistics Manager with specialized expertise in Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations, customs compliance, and transportation management. This role will be responsible for managing the logistical, administrative, and compliance functions of Unimed’s FTZ program, while ensuring the efficient movement of goods across international and domestic networks. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of experience in logistics and FTZ operations, strong working knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, and the ability to lead a team of FTZ Coordinators while collaborating cross-functionally across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and manage daily operations of Unimed’s Foreign Trade Zone, ensuring strict adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and company policies.
• Supervise a team of FTZ Coordinators, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in documentation, reporting, and inventory control.
• Act as the primary liaison between Unimed and customs brokers, freight forwarders, transportation carriers, and regulatory agencies to facilitate smooth and compliant logistics operations.
• Oversee import/export compliance, HTS classification, and documentation accuracy to mitigate risk and avoid delays or penalties.
• Manage the movement and flow of goods across domestic and international routes, optimizing freight strategies and transportation costs.
• Monitor and report FTZ inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure timely zone admissions and removals.
• Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure proper handling and storage of FTZ-designated goods.
• Support strategic logistics projects including cost reduction, route optimization, and process improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate freight rates and service agreements with carriers and logistics service providers.
• Maintain and audit all documentation required for FTZ compliance, including zone records, reports, and CBP filings.
• Leverage systems like SAP (or similar ERP/WMS) for tracking, documentation, and process automation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Regulatory, Quality, and Finance to align logistics operations with business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business , or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of logistics or materials management experience , with at least 3 years specifically in a Foreign Trade Zone environment .
• In-depth knowledge of FTZ regulations, U.S. Customs compliance requirements , import/export documentation, and trade controls.
• Proven experience managing relationships with freight forwarders, brokers, and transportation providers .
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, coach, and lead high-performing teams.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing demands.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills ; able to influence and collaborate across departments and levels of the organization.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in medical distribution, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare logistics is a plus.
• Strong negotiation skills , critical thinking, and ability to problem-solve under pressure.