Import Distribution Manager
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. · Santa Fe Springs, California, US
The Import Distribution Manager is responsible for the development and performance of Wismettac’s import drayage, transfers, vendor transportation, and logis...
Job description
The Import Distribution Manager is responsible for the development and performance of Wismettac’s import drayage, transfers, vendor transportation, and logistics activities within the Supply Chain Management team. This position manages relationships between suppliers, ports, logistics/freight partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with contractual agreements regarding safety, service, cost, quality, and growth. Additionally, the Manager provides leadership and mentorship to the team to ensure alignment with corporate planning and development goals. Essential Job Functions: - Strategizes with Supply Chain Management leadership to design and execute import, distribution, and logistics strategies that align with overall SCM objectives. - Establishes and enforces process performance and compliance standards for suppliers, ports, and logistics partners to support cross-functional stakeholders. Architects' Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and standardized reporting to drive operational performance. - Directs import compliance and regulatory affairs, including duty rate management and high-level liaison with CBP, FDA, and USDA. - Responsible for managing 3PL transportat...