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International Operations Manager

Perishable Shipping Solutions

Perishable Shipping Solutions

Operations
Tacoma, WA, USA
USD 92,100-165,800 / year
Posted on May 16, 2025
Join the team that keeps global trade moving!

We're looking for a Manager of International Operations to lead our ocean export freight operations. This key leadership role ensures smooth, compliant international shipments while driving innovation, streamlining processes, and strengthening customer relationships. If you're a seasoned logistics professional with a passion for efficiency and global trade, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead daily global export ocean freight operations with a focus on timely, cost-effective service.

  • Manage and mentor a team of Logistics Specialists/Coordinators.

  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations (U.S. and foreign).

  • Optimize processes and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, carriers, and vendors.

  • Handle carrier rate negotiations, contracts, claims, and exceptions.

  • Oversee operational and financial reporting, including metrics and performance tracking.

What You Bring:

  • 5+ years in international freight/logistics (NVOCC preferred), with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field.

  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international trade compliance and documentation.

  • Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Experience with global carriers and contract management.

  • Proficient in MS Office; CargoWise experience is a plus.

Why Join Us?

  • Be a key driver in international trade success.

  • Lead a team that thrives on precision and results.

  • Enjoy a dynamic, global environment with growth potential.

  • Work with a company committed to innovation and excellence in logistics.

Pay Range:$92,100.00 - $165,800.00

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits


Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.