Transportation Manager; Import​/Export

Job Category: Logistics & Transportation

Requisition Number: TRANS
001286

• Posted :
  December 11, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Indiana Warehouse
1665 W. Northfield Drive
Brownsburg, IN 46112, USA

LAPP is a family‑owned company headquartered in Stuttgart and a global leader in cable and connection technology. Founded in 1959, we are still fully family‑owned today. With around 5,800 employees, we are operating in over 80 countries – globally connected and regionally rooted. Working at LAPP means more: this is where inventive spirit and a hands‑on mentality meet cherished values and tradition.

We offer all employees the freedom to develop and pursue new opportunities. Flexibility and personal responsibility are just as important to us as a family‑friendly work environment. We value all our colleagues with their talents, ideas and perspectives.

The Transportation Manager oversees and manages the organization's import and export activities. This position is critical to ensure that goods move efficiently across international borders in full compliance with all applicable regulations. The Transportation Manager coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth, timely transactions while optimizing costs and ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Develop and implement import/export strategies that support the company's business goals and ensure compliance with international trade regulations
• Monitor and ensure compliance with customs laws, trade agreements, tariffs, and other international trade regulations
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to compliance standards and identify areas for improvement
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in international trade laws, regulations, and best practices
• Manage relationships with customs officials and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth customs clearance
• Manage all import and export documentation, including customs declarations, commercial invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, packing lists, and other required shipping documents
• Analyze product details to assign correct Harmonized System (HS) codes, which determine applicable duties, taxes, and regulations
• Prepare and manage NAFTA/USMCA certificates of origin and other preferential trade agreement documentation
• Manage Letters of Credit, payment terms, and trade finance documentation to ensure timely payment and compliance with financial terms
• Ensure proper application of Incoterms to clarify responsibilities for shipping costs, insurance, and risk transfer
• Negotiate freight rates and contracts with carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics service providers
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including sales, production, procurement, and finance departments, to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods
• Monitor and report on import/export activities, including shipment status, delivery performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Conduct freight lane analysis to prioritize traffic opportunities, considering factors such as customer locations, vendor locations, carrier capabilities, volumes, product considerations, and other relevant factors
• Conduct ongoing analysis and monitoring of KPIs to provide internal partners with clear metrics and accurate evaluations of carrier performance
• Work closely with warehouse and production managers to effectively forecast, plan, and prepare for ongoing transportation needs
• Manage import/export budgets and costs to optimize efficiency and profitability of international trade activities
• Develop, implement, and monitor processes to control shipment costs and minimize liability exposure
• Manage and mitigate risks associated with international logistics, including delays, regulatory changes, and supply chain disruptions

Has direct oversight of the Freight Claims Specialist and the Transportation Planner. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and…