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Trader Joe’s Hiring for Import Manager at Monrovia, CA Full Time
Location:
#0 – 800 South Shamrock Ave.
Job Location City
Monrovia
Job Location State
California
Job Location Zip Code
91016
Job Type:
Office
Office Pay Range
Salary range is $80,000 to $120,000 based on relevant work experience plus benefits package
Who are we?
Trader Joe’s is your favorite neighborhood grocery store! With 540 stores nationwide (and growing), we are the place to be. Looking for something delicious and a friendly conversation? At Trader Joe’s, you can find both. We love being your first and favorite place to shop.
What do we do?
Like shopping at Trader Joe’s? Then, maybe you’ll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Manager who is searching to do what they’ll love – Importing! Do you have experience in supply chain? Do you love food? If so, read on! We may have the role of a lifetime for you!
Trader Joe’s is unlike any place you’ve ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified professional has at least 7 years of management experience and is a raving fan of the Trader Joe’s concept. A Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred. This role is based in our office in Monrovia, California.
The Import Manager will oversee the flow of products purchased from our overseas vendors. This function is responsible for optimizing the movement of shipments from our vendors to the US warehouses. The role will interface directly with the Buying team, WCD Warehouses, and other Supply Chain teams to drive Trader Joe’s business goals for imported products forward.
Position Summary:
- Monitor and report changes to costs related to imports
- Create and drive an import strategy that successfully meets Trader Joe’s buying plan
- Maintain a working knowledge of internal resources, competitive strategies, and buying plan
- Make sound decisions regarding expenses, costs, and overall profitability impacted by Import Costs
- Convey and report on individual accountability back to key leadership members
- Deliver clear expectations regarding the role and direction of your team(s)
- Promote and instill a positive work environment that is challenging and engaging
- Proactively address concerns, conflicts, and interactions with the import process
Essential skills and characteristics of a great Trader Joe’s Import Leader:
- 7+ years’ experience in a supervisory or management role leading high-performance teams
- 10+ years’ working knowledge in international freight forwarding; imports, air/ocean, and drayage operations
- Visionary leaders with the ability to use their knowledge, skills, and influence to guide and inspire others to reach their potential and achieve individual, team, and company goals and objectives
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a similar field of study with emphasis in International Business, Logistics/Supply Chain, or Transportation preferred
- Strong team-building and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and cultivate relationships
- Ability to mentor, inspire and develop others to reach and exceed goals
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and complex environment while making timely decisions under pressure
- Prefer experience in all modes: freight forwarding, dry van, expedited, refrigerated, intermodal shipments, drayage
