Manager - Marine Logistics

 

About Huntsman

Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals.  Its operating companies manufacture products for a variety of global industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, textiles, footwear, paints and coatings, construction, technology, agriculture, health care, detergent, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging.

 

Originally known for pioneering innovations in packaging and, later, for rapid and integrated growth in petrochemicals, Huntsman today has 13,000 employees and operates from multiple locations worldwide.  The Company had 2007 revenues of approximately $10 billion.

 

Huntsman currently has an immediate opening for a Marine Logistics Manager in The Woodlands, Texas.

 

 

Key Accountabilities:

·  Strategically manage all aspects of Huntsman’s corporate Marine activities including Bulk Ships, Barging, Container Shipping and Import Logistics.

·  Continually evaluate and review all Marine activities to identify cost efficiencies and to achieve the highest levels service to Huntsman.

·  Work with Director-Logistics to establish the business plan and goals for the Marine group.

·  Approve and sign off on all Marine related contracts.

·  Solicit bids and negotiate contracts for new and expiring contracts for Marine services.

·  Meet regularly with carriers and service providers to determine if service levels are meeting contractual obligations.

·  Responsible for accuracy of SAP freight tables.

·  Develop, analyze, report and improve KPIs as it relates to Marine logistics.

·  Responsible for department Sox Compliance of all Marine/Import processes.

·  Insure all vendors invoices are processed accurately for payment.

 

 

Educational Requirements and Work Experience:

·  Bachelor's Degree.

·  10+ years industry experience.  Supply chain experience preferred.

 

Special Qualifications (Training, Technical skills, etc.):

·  Must have strong negotiation skills.

·  Must have highly developed leadership, and management skills.

·  Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

·  Must be able to demonstrate critical thinking and willingness to challenge established practices.

·  Computer literate and experience using MS Word, Excel and SAP.

·  Ability to problem solve & maintain good relationships with customers, customs brokers, international offices and vendors.

·  Attentive to detail, analytical, efficient and organized.

·  Knowledgeable with respect to industry standards as it relates to Marine Logistics.

 

 

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package, to include wages commensurate with experience, excellent health and dental plans, life insurance and pension plan.

 



For additional information please visit the Huntsman web site at http://www.huntsman.com/

 

 

We look forward to hearing from you.

Huntsman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.