*Important Position Information*
This position will initially operate under GLOVIS America and be based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As the GLOVIS Louisiana subsidiary is established, the position is expected to transition to the new organization, which may include relocation to the Donaldsonville area. At that time, employees will transition from GLOVIS America's benefits programs to those offered by GLOVIS Louisiana.
Compensation and benefits will be reviewed as part of the transition, with the intent of maintaining overall competitiveness and alignment where practicable.
Summary
The Logistics & Port Operations Manager will oversee US inland transportation and port cargo handling operations for construction materials. This role is responsible for managing carrier and stevedore performance, resolving operational issues, optimizing costs, and facilitating seamless communication between vendors and our client for Hyundai Posco Louisiana Steel project.
Responsibilities
1. Inland Transportation & Logistics Operations (US Domestic):
- Manage and execute truck-based inland transportation operations for construction materials across the United States.
- Oversee carrier dispatch schedules and manage overall fleet capacity through contracted 3PL partners
- Monitor transportation schedules, delivery status, and transit performance to ensure strict project timeline compliance.
- Proactively resolve operational exceptions, including transportation delays, equipment shortages, cargo damage, and delivery failures.
2. Port Cargo Handling & Stevedoring Operations:
- Oversee port inbound/outbound cargo movements and schedule handling activities in close coordination with stevedores, terminal operators, and service providers.
- Monitor cargo discharging, staging, and yard management progress to prevent operational bottlenecks, demurrage, or detention fees.
- Ensure timely communication and follow-up on operational exceptions arising during port and cargo handling operations.
3. Local Vendor Performance & Operations Management:
- Maintain strong working relationships with local trucking carriers, stevedores, and port service providers.
- Coordinate daily operational requirements, service performance, and vendor schedule compliance against established KPIs and SLAs.
- Facilitate swift corrective actions and contingency planning with vendors when operational issues or service failures arise.
Preferred:
1. Safety Compliance & On-Site Risk Management: (Added from updated draft)
- Fully comply with all company, port-specific, and site-specific safety regulations and operational requirements.
- Wear and maintain mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during all visits and operational activities at ports, cargo yards, and project sites.
- Support prompt reporting, incident response, and immediate communication whenever safety-related issues or hazards occur.
2, Internal Collaboration, Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
- Prepare regular reports and status dashboards on transportation and port operation metrics, freight costs, and critical risks for management.
- Work closely with expatriates, cross-functional internal departments, and external stakeholders to streamline logistics workflows and resolve issues promptly.
- Analyze transportation data and operational performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements..
Other duties as assigned
Benefits of working at GLOVIS America Inc.
- Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Vacation, 14 Holidays, and Sick leave
- Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k) with Generous Matching
- Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities
All benefits pursuant to Company policy
Skills
Knowledge of US inland transportation practices, trucking operations, and freight routing
Knowledge of port operations, cargo handling, and stevedoring procedures
Knowledge of transport safety standards and OSHA/DOT compliance regulations
Ability to resolve real-time operational issues, delays, and logistics exceptions proactively
Experience in hands-on truck dispatching, fleet routing, and driver coordination
Ability to work effectively on-site at ports/cargo yards and adhere to safety/PPE guideline
Knowledge of construction materials or breakbulk/project cargo handling
Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean (Professional verbal and written communication)Education & Experience
- 6-9 years of relevant experience
- 1-3 years supervisory experience
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
- Must operate desktop, computers, laptop, printer, scanners, shredders, etc.
- Constant use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
- Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach over shoulder, kneel, push, pull 1-3 hours per day
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Working and Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
- This position is located in the Baton Rouge, LA office.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.
