Global Logistics Manager

Come work alongside some of the most talented minds in the agtech industry. We are a team of innovators who are accelerating the digitization and sustainability of our planet’s food system. At Arable, you will have the unique opportunity to build something meaningful with an amazing group of people who care about each other and their work.

What we do:

At Arable, our goal is to connect all the world’s farms and provide the highest quality data to power the predictive analytics that will help optimize the global food system. This is an ambitious goal, but the need has never been greater to rethink how we will feed an ever-growing population and reduce our impact on natural resources. We believe the heart of the solution is digitizing the analog world with high-fidelity data to help food producers optimize their operations. We hope the impact of our work will improve the lives of farmers everywhere and be a major contribution to securing the global food supply for decades to come.

A few examples of the work we’re doing today:

• Helping farmers in India and Brazil through improved insights into crop development
• Giving produce growers in California the tools to optimize production with less waste
• Helping irrigated farmers in Nebraska manage water more efficiently and sustainably to protect our water supply

What we are looking for:

The Global Logistics Manager will direct, implement, and manage a Global Logistics Strategy including inbound, outbound and reverse Logistics. This position will also manage Trade Compliance and all global warehouse operations.

What you will do:

• Accountable for developing and implementing an overall global logistics strategy which is aligned with company growth plans and optimizes service and cost while meeting all regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for orchestrating all activities related to ensuring the consistent flow of goods and information from suppliers to end customers. This includes optimizing service and cost through transportation management from origin to the distribution center, accurate and timely customs clearance, third-party distribution operations, outbound logistics, export procedures, and returns processing.
• Manage and coordinate international logistics activities, leveraging expertise in navigating cross-border regulations, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and fostering successful partnerships with global stakeholders
• Collaborate with key internal functions such as Customer Success, Supply Chain, and Finance to provide excellence in supply chain visibility, responsiveness, cost effectiveness and on-time-in-full delivery to customers.
• Responsible for leading Logistics transformation and continuous improvement projects which may include set-up of 3PL distribution centers, warehouse transitions and inventory moves, set-up and transition of 3PL returns and service centers, new systems implementations or enhancements, process and policy changes, developing new tools and techniques.
• Negotiate all contracts with external logistics providers including the establishment of standard operating procedures and service level agreements.
• Accountable for leading the customs and compliance activities.
• Responsible for continuously assessing and anticipating internal and external risks such as capacity shortages, regulatory changes, and infrastructure, port, or carrier issues. Proactively develop plans to mitigate risk and ensure continuity of service.
• Utilize NetSuite to manage and track financial transactions, streamline order processing, monitor inventory levels, generate insightful reports, and support other operational tasks, ensuring efficient and accurate execution of business processes.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of global logistics experience successfully managing end-to-end supply chain solutions including distribution/warehousing, inbound and outbound logistics, customs compliance and tariffs, carrier and provider contract negotiation, and reverse logistics.
• Proven experience in managing logistics operations within an international or global business environment,
• Experience with selecting, implementing, and managing third-party logistics providers for warehousing and distribution, origin management, customs brokerage, and reverse logistics.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Thorough knowledge of IT & ERP systems and superior computer skills.
• Preferred qualifications include hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar, demonstrating proficiency in navigating its functionalities, managing workflows, and leveraging its reporting capabilities to streamline business processes and drive efficiency.
• Strong presentation skills and attention to detail are essential.

What we offer:

At Arable you will be joining a company of dedicated team players who bring together diverse expertise and a passion for building a more sustainable future. We are a fast-moving startup committed to providing a rewarding employee experience through the work we do, the team, compensation, and benefits including:

• Excellent medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, and a 401k program
• Flexible PTO
• A focus on community involvement and career development
• Being an intricate part of creating an excellent IoT product in the agtech space and having a positive impact on the world we live in.

At Arable, we don't just accept difference—we celebrate and support it. Not only because it's the right thing to do, but because we draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced, and how we think to make Arable thrive. Arable is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Arable values the health and welfare of our staff members and their families. While some employees work from their home office location, employees who come into our San Francisco, CA office must provide proof of vaccination.

If you wish to request an accommodation due to a disability or a qualifying medical condition that contraindicates the vaccination, or you object to being vaccinated on the basis of sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, Arable will engage in a process to determine if a reasonable accommodation can be provided.