Import & Export Specialist Jobs in Maryland

Job Title: Logistics Analyst 4 (C) Company: Honeywell Location: Lexington Park, MD Description: Performs comprehensive analyses across the spectrum of ILS elements supporting an acquisition command. Independently analyzes and defines DOD weapon systems/equipment ILS requirements, analyzes logistics documentation, and defines logistic support resource requirements. Experience in acquisition, maintenance planning, supportability analysis and operational analysis. Under limited supervision, performs work that is broad in nature, occasionally requiring originality and ingenuity. Has capability to act independently, and may be assisted by entry level personnel. Provides coaching, direction, and assistance to subordinate personnel as required.Strong analytical and problem solving skills for determining and providing logistics support. Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers and other logistics engineers. Strong communication, organization, and time management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handling multiple projects in a dynamic developmental environment. Knows and applies principles, practices, and procedures of logistics engineering.

Job Title: Purchasing Manager - FOOD INGREDIENT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Company: Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Purchasing Manager ** FOOD INGREDIENT PURCHASING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED** Rapidly Growing Food Manufacturer Richmond, VA (open to relocation for right candidate) Our client is a fast growing, profitable CPG company/food manufacturer with a few hundred employees. They are a mid-size company owned by two well-known multinationals, experiencing tremendous growth. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Manager to support the Purchasing Director on sourcing, purchasing and negotiating raw ingredients (food ingredients) and food packaging materials. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Purchasing Manager to join the team in a new state-of-the-art facility in Richmond, VA. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing and managing the procurement of raw materials (packaging, ingredients) at or better than budget pricing, within the established quality standards and within professional, ethical standards. Responsibilities: ? Negotiate pricing on raw materials for inventory and contracts ? Work directly with Quality Team to obtain raw material approval for production ? Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability/price and prepare market analysis reports ? Manage projects through the PMO process ? Develop and utilize a system to evaluate vendor quotations with appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service ? Solicit and maintain suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price ? Handle expenditures in regard to Bill of Materials and Budget (AOP) ? Uphold and maintain code of ethics and conduct ? Prepare and issue purchase orders and change notices ? Review and resolve vendor claims and contracts for conformance to company policy ? Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications ? Oversee all activities related to procurement of a material, from intent to purchase through delivery of the material ? Negotiate complex requests for materials and arrange buy-backs of surplus materials Required Skills & Experience: ? Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in the purchasing of Food Ingredients and Packaging required (Refrigerated Preferred) ? Minimum of 3 ? 5 years of experience in sourcing and negotiating of raw materials, packaging and/or finished goods or semi-finished products in food manufacturing environment required ? Experience with SAP ? CPM Certification preferred ? Proficiency with using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required ? Exceptional Project Management skills ? Positive attitude and team player ? Ethical commitment to excellence ? Proficiency with using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required ? Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a changing environment with strong problem solving skills ? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills ? Ability to work as needed during peak periods to achieve desired objectives required Reports to: Purchasing Director Education: Bachelor?s Degree in Finance, Logistics, Purchasing or related field Travel: up to 25% Location: Richmond, VA (open to relocation for the right candidate) Compensation: Base in the $60K-$80K range plus bonus (base depends on prior earnings). Comprehensive benefits. If interested and qualified, please contact: Jill Andrews, Executive Recruiter Castle Consulting Services, Inc Register to View -consulting.com

Job Title: Assistant Buyer Company: HMSHost Location: Bethesda, MD Description: Summary: The Assistant Buyer is responsible for assisting the buyers with retail merchandise process by ensuring that product planning and selection, display, distribution and logistics, systems maintenance and lifecycle management are performed in a way that creates compelling merchandise assortments that are consistent with the company's customer, client and financial goals and strategies; and performing all other duties as assigned by management. This is a management position and typically reports to the Director Buying.   Essential Functions: Assists in planning, sourcing, selecting and merchandising activities against stated strategies and financial goalsAssists in selection and procurement of product assortments and negotiations with vendorsCommunicates and follows up with retail management and operations to ensure that all established contract terms, concept standards and product display standards and merchandising guidelines are being followedAssists with vendor/supplier logistics and freight management procedures for assigned categories and products; communicates distribution procedures to field operations and assists with store setup as requiredFollows up on purchase orders and maintains data integrity; coordinates with suppliers, field operations and accounting functions for all procurement/buying-related issues Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment: Requires a Bachelors degreeRequires 1-3 years experience in Retail Buying or Retail Operations; Requires knowledge of store operations, distribution and logisticsRequires computer skills including Microsoft Office and other accounting, retail systemsRequires excellent organizational, detail oriented and problem resolution skillsRequires limited travel as neededRequires strong technical oral, written and interpersonal communication skills  Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V)Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

Job Title: Warehouse Manager Opening Company: Location: Annapolis, MD Description: Growing internet sales company is looking for experienced Warehouse Manager for a position at our Crofton MD location. Benefits and vacation days available Job Duties: Manage day to day of warehouse employees Check products into inventory Perform General warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory duties Able to assign tasks to manage work flow Computer experience needed Qualified applicants please attach resume.

Job Title: Program Manager II-Supply Chain Manager Company: Catholic Relief Services Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Company: Catholic Relief Services Job Title: Program Manager II-Supply Chain Manager Jobid: crs-2436374 Job Location: Baltimore, MD, 21278, USA Description: Job Details |Back to Search Page| Job Title: Program Manager II-Supply Chain Manager Department: Haiti Requisition #: I 10 041 Req. No.: I 10 041 Job Background/Summary: Before the earthquake of January 12th Haiti was the largest Country Program in LACRO, with an approximate annual budget of $25M and a national staff team of over 300 people. In the response to the earthquake of January 12th the Country Program will increase dramatically in terms of annual budget and staff. There are currently 2 large offices in Haiti (Port au Prince and Les Cayes) and 4 smaller offices: Port au Paix, Gonaives, Jeremie, Miragoine. The donor base has been mostly US Government, but also included the UN, World Bank and private foundations. Private donations in response to the earthquake will now be a large part of the donor base. The CP is anchored by a five year MYAP, but also implements a wide range of programming, from emergency response to AIDSRelief and Education. A large focus will now be on various emergency programming areas (shelter, WASH, protection, distribution, camp coordination). This position will manage the agency's largest supply chain operations, overseeing all activities of Commodity Management and Procurement for the Port au Prince and Les Cayes offices and Transportation of the Port au Prince, Haiti office. The Supply Chain Manager ensures compliance in the management of the commodity pipeline within the guidelines of the set by agency and donor organizations and ensures the overall quality management and delivery of CRS food and non-food resources. S/he negotiates warehouse facilities, transportation resources and logistics services. S/he estimates annual commodity requirements; develops and manages commodity pipelines, storage and dispatch plans; maintaining warehouse and commodity management control systems; and preparing operational documents and reports. S/he collaborates closely with other departments of CRS as well as CRS partners from planning through implementation and close out of programs. S/he supervises the Commodity Manager and their team and the Deputy Supply Chain Manager and their team. The position also supervises the Transportation Manager, ensuring that all vehicle movements are planned and tracked carefully and efficiently, while also ensuring that the country program is compliant with CRS safety guidelines. S/he represents CRS at Logistics, Transport and other coordination meetings. Job Responsibilities: 1. Encourage and positively reinforce open and continuous coordination and collaboration with the other departments within CRS Haiti, particularly with the program officers and their staffs. Ensure that the Supply Chain team provides goods and services of the highest quality, in the most cost-effective and efficient manner. 2. Ensure the efficiency, accountability and transparency of the warehousing and commodity delivery operation of the CRS emergency relief program in accordance with CRS and donor regulations, policies and procedures. 3. Ensure compliance of Title II commodity management regulations 4. Develop and oversee the commodity pipeline(s) in accordance with USG Regulations. 5. Coordinate with programming staff to determine the types and quantities of operations support, relief supplies and equipment that will be required immediately and over the longer term to meet program objectives. 6. Plan ' strategically and tactically ' the immediate and longer-term logistical requirements necessary to store and transport relief supplies. 7. Assess logistical infrastructure, utilizing local knowledge, including: road, rail and water transportation systems; warehouse facilities (central, intermediate and extended); means of transportation (land, air and water); commodity and equipment vendors. 8. Identify storage facilities, transportation resources and leasing options; share storage facilities and transport if possible with UN agencies, other NGOs or partner organizations. Make full use of 'common services' as available and appropriate. 9. Coordinate supply chain planning and implementation with other agencies. 10. Budget costs of personnel, goods, services and leased assets. 11. Hire and train staff. 12. Develop and oversee the commodity pipeline(s). 13. Prepare and share regular reports on commodity acquisition, movements, distributions and replenishments. 14. Set up a viable filing system for all Supply Chain documents. 15. Maintain up-to-date field office equipment and furniture inventories. 16. Determine local logistics service requirements, ensure procurement procedures are followed to select service providers, negotiate prices and terms, select service providers, and prepare contracts. 17. Establish and oversee the application of warehouse and commodity systems and procedures. 18. Coordinate with programming to plan and prioritize procurement for the immediate, short- and longer-term. Determine required or desired specifications of commodities, packaging, delivery schedules, etc. Inform staff of expected lead times for goods and equipment. 19. Ensure CRS procurement policies and procedures are in place and adhere to. Assist with set up of effective and efficient file system. 20. Oversee implementation of vehicle management and control system: vehicle logs, VMS (Vehicle Management Software), daily checks, maintenance and repair schedules, travel planning, etc. 21. Identify and meet the training needs of warehouse and partner commodity management staffs. 22. Communicate openly and frequently about security situation. 23. Set a good example of self-care. Indentify stress in team members and support constructive coping behaviors. Emergency Competencies: Each CRS staff member working in emergencies is expected to use the following competencies to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results. ' Communicates strategically under pressure ' Manages stress and complexity ' Actively promotes safety and security ' Manages and implements high-quality emergency programs Supervisory Responsibilities: Commodities Manager, Deputy Supply Chain Manager, Transportation Manager, and Shipping/Port Officer Key Working Relationships Internal: Country Representative, Director of Emergency, Programming, PMII MQ, Purchasing department; HQ Purchasing department; Santo Domingo Purchasing team, Programming/Technical leads External: Partner agencies, local government, and commodity buyers. Qualifications: 1. Minimum Master Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, International Development or related field. 2. Minimum of five years previous work-related skill, knowledge, and experience as Supply Chain Manager or related position, especially in the management of Title II resources. 3. Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted commodity accounting principles. 4. Knowledge of CRS policies and practices, highly desired. 5. Experience managing staff in different cultures, preferred. 6. Knowledge of donor regulations, required. 7. Excellent active listening skills, and proven ability to build capacity and transfer knowledge through formal training setting and through ongoing professional development. 8. Above average active learning and complex problem solving skills and analytical abilities. 9. Good judgment, decision making critical thinking skills. 10. Good monitoring skills: monitoring/assessing performance of self, other individuals, and systems to make improvement or take corrective action. 11. Professional proficiency in French and Creole, strongly preferred. English proficiency required. 12. Proven ability to analyze and synthesize complex numerical data through aggregated reports and narrative comments. 13. Literacy with Microsoft Office and expert usage of database software skills a

Job Title: Certified Forklift Operator Company: Whitemarsh, MD Location: Nottingham, MD Description: Are you looking for an opportunity in the Baltimore area as a forklift operator? Does your schedule allow for flexibility? Adecco is looking to add several certified forklift operators to its team for upcoming projects. Candidates must be flexible for all shifts. Qualified candidates must be previously certified and have a current valid driver's license. Standup forklift/reach truck experience a definite plus! Must be able to pass drug/background screening requirements.Call Adecco at Register to View or submit an online application to adeccoUSA.com for immediate consideration.Adecco is the North American leader in staffing and recruiting services, placing more than 100,000 individuals a week in jobs at leading companies. If you're seeking temporary or full-time work, let Adecco connect you to your next great job opportunity! Equal Opportunity Employerdf-lj

Job Title: Zalbin Supply Chain Manager Company: Human Genome Sciences Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Zalbin Supply Chain ManagerLocationRockville, MDJob ID 2846Employment StatusFull-Time RegularRequired Experience5-10 yearsRequired EducationBachelors Degree or EquivalentRequired TravelNoRelocation AvailableYesSummary/DescriptionHuman Genome Sciences (HGS)is a biopharmaceutical company with approximately 800 employees and world-class R&D and manufacturing facilities based in Rockville, MD. We have three promising products in late-stage development - one, raxibacumab, already commercialized with sales to the U.S, Government and two moving toward commercialization. BENLYSTAT (formerly LymphoStat-B?) has successfully met its primary endpoint in the first of two Phase 3 trials in systemic lupus, and we expect to have results of the second BENLYSTA Phase 3 trial in November 2009. ZALBINT (formerly Albuferon?) has completed Phase 3 development in chronic hepatitis C, and we expect the submission of global marketing applications in fall 2009. We are developing both of these products in collaboration with world leaders in the pharmaceutical industry. Further, in July 2009, we secured a new purchase order for 45,000 doses of raxibacumab, a drug to combat inhalational anthrax, to be delivered to the U.S. Strategic National Stockpile over a three-year period.At HGS, people are the key to our success. We share a passion for scientific and business innovation, creating unique opportunities to contribute to the commercialization phase of our products. At HGS, you will have opportunities to learn and grow; interacting with talent of the highest caliber, and you will be supported by a culture committed to employee and leadership development. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. HGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/AA M/F/D/VPlease visitwww.hgsi.comfor further information on our company and to apply on-line for this position.Job Summary:The ZalbinT Supply Chain Manager (SCM) will lead the coordination of ZalbinT production and supply for launch and life-cycle management of product supply within the Operations organization. The SCM will partner with Operations functional managers, Global Project Management, and Commercial Operations within HGS and with HGS' partner Novartis to develop strategies and execute plans for product launch, continuity of supply, and life-cycle changes. The SCM will monitor and report on overall product supply and manufacturing process performance. The SCM will lead the new cross-functional Operations Supply Team following licensure of the product. The SCM will support the Marketing product manager and S&OP process.Responsibilities:. Cross-functional team oversight and communication of product supply chain performance and manufacturing process performance against goals and milestones. Establish the new cross functional Operations Supply Team, manage the team and develop the team's role as it evolves.. Seek effective resolution of critical issues and provide product leadership across HGS. Represent Operations on cross-departmental project teams, and report into Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing Committee (PDMC) for development oriented issues. Chair HGS-Novartis Joint Manufacturing Committee (JMC), coordinate with joint sub-teams, and facilitate decision making and issue resolution with Novartis. Own HGS-Novartis Supply and Distribution Agreements and manage KPI reporting. Ensure supply chain and cycle-time maps for product, information, and cash flows are maintained and updated per current practices. Coordinate product supply launch timelines with functional managers, Marketing, and Global Project Management (GPM). In collaboration with Supply Chain Planning develop Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) recommendations, reports and long-term manufacturing strategies. Ensure commercial patient forecasts and manufacturing plans align. Align clinical supply strategy with Clinical Operations and GPM. Monitor progress of BDS and FDP commercial inventory build and second source activities against project goals and milestones. In collaboration with the Data Management Team, ensure manufacturing processes are monitored for performance and issues are resolved. Develop and manage annual product-specific supply chain risk assessment and mitigation program including developing contingency scenarios and plans. Coordinate the prioritization of process change control requests and assess impact on global supply. Oversee product lifecycle improvements and in collaboration with functional areas establish strategic product plans and prioritize resources. In collaboration with Finance and Accounting monitor and coordinate implementation of strategies to reduce cost of goodsRequirementsTechnical Requirements:. A minimum of 8 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical supply chain / manufacturing industry. Working knowledge of biologics primary and secondary manufacturing processes. Solid understanding of the commercial drug supply chain from raw material suppliers through distribution. Understanding of manufacturing finances and processes and ability to coordinate project-level budget and resource estimates. Experience with product life-cycle planning. Basic knowledge of regulatory processes and requirements. Expertise in project management tools including software solutions. Skilled in scenario planning, risk / benefit analysis, contingency planning, and problem solvingLeadership Requirements:. Demonstrated high standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment. Strong team facilitation and relationship building skills. Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision making skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate vertically and horizontally within an organization. Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external partners. Demonstrated ability to anticipate future consequences of scenarios and identify mission critical issuesEducational Requirements:. Bachelors or Masters Degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, etc) or equivalent work experience.

Job Title: Shipping/Receiving Clerk Company: Randstad Location: Owings Mills, MD Description: Shipping/Receiving ClerkWill be working in shipping/receiving for a food manufacturing plant. Must be able to monitor, track, and expedite incoming and outgoing orders. Will be responsible for taking stock and inventory of various products. Will be working with UPS, FedEx, and USPS to ship and receive multiple shipments per day.Working hours: 8am-5pmQualifications:-at least 2 years in a shipping/receiving environment-familiarity with all major logistics companies-must be PC literate and comfortable utilizing spreadsheets to track products-HS diploma-clean criminal background and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen-steady job history, at least 1 year at previous 2 employersRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Job Title: Experienced Logistical Warehouse Manager Company: Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Our client is currently looking to hire an experienced Logistical Warehouse Manager. This is a great opportunity to find employment with an organization that can offer growth as well as advancement. Title: Warehouse Manager Status: Direct Hire Requirements: ?Five to seven (5-7) years work experience in warehouse management and logistics ?Strong background in general warehousing/logistics preferred. ?Mathematical Skills ?Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. ?Ability to work with and convert American and Metric measurements. ?Computer Skills ?Skilled in use of Excel and Word. ?Experience with WMS ?Reasoning Ability ?Ability to define problems, collect information and data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and implement plans. ?Practical Ability ?Ability to instruct and train personnel, as well as generate innovative solutions to practical matters. ?Other Skills and Abilities ?Excellent communication skills ?Strong interpersonal skills ?Working knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations Job Summary: ?Plans, schedules, and assigns work to ensure production goals are achieved ?Oversees the integrity and accuracy of internal work order and inventory controls documenting warehouse operations as well as controlling operational expenses such as internal labor, temporary labor, equipment maintenance, security, property rentals and miscellaneous expenses. ?Ensures employees meet all established standards for safety, productivity, accuracy, equipment maintenance, housekeeping and quality. Conducts continuing forklift safety and certification training. ?Supervises the daily work schedules of the warehouse employees involved in the following activities: shipping, receiving, loading and unloading trucks, railcars, containers. ?Coaches and trains employees in the performance of warehouse activities. Encourages TEAM participation in day-to-day activities and makes cost effective decisions with respect to staffing and scheduling. ?Holds periodic informal meetings with employees and managers, in groups or individually, to discuss questions and concerns as well as a forum for procedural and safety training. ?Assists and advises management in matters of employee relations (e.g., disciplinary issues, terminations, etc?) ?Works closely with terminal management and other warehouse facility managers in the scheduling and assignment of labor on a day-to-day basis depending upon the workloads within the various facilities. ?OHSA and MSDS ?Prepares reports of injury for Workers Compensation ?Prepares various internal production and personnel reports If qualified and meet these requirements please forward a resume in addition to contact information you can be reached so that we can further speak with you regarding this opening!

Job Title: LOGISTICS ANALYST, PRINCIPAL Job Company: CACI International, Inc. Location: Edgewood, MD Description: LOGISTICS ANALYST, PRINCIPAL Job LOGISTICS ANALYST, PRINCIPAL (44804)LogisticsUSA-MD-EdgewoodSecurity Clearance: SecretClearance Status: Must be ObtainableSchedule: Full TimeShift: 1stType of Travel: Outside Continental USPercent of Travel Required: Up to 25%DescriptionDuties and Responsibilities:Serves as Logistics Management Specialist in the Security AssistanceManagement Directorate (SAMD) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases forSpecific communications/electronics weapon systems involving one or more countries. Serves as a seniorweapon system manager independently providing logistics program TotalPackage. Offers support for purchases, transfers and leases of majorweapons systems, complex equipment, and extensive support services.Coordinates a staff of specialists engaged in researching foreigngovernment requirements, preparing Letters of Offer and Acceptance(LOA), ensuring delivery and billing, identifying materiel, services andshipping requirements, and projecting costs for systems life cycles.Negotiates final LOA. Monitors open FMS cases. Provides FMS programguidance to representatives of foreign countries, and other DODcomponents and commands. Resolves highly sensitive and complex logisticsproblems, develops and implements corrective actions, programenhancements, and policy changes.Required Qualifications:Extensive Security Assistance/Foreign Military Sales experienceRequires bachelor's degree (in Logistics Management, Mathematics or related field) or equivalent, and ten to twelve years of related experience.