What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Manager position at Kukdo Chemical?
Kukdo Chemical Co., Ltd. (www.kukdo.com) is a global leader specializing in the production and sales of epoxy resins and hardeners, with annual revenues exceeding USD 1.2 billion and over 800 employees in South Korea. Our headquarters is located in Seoul, South Korea, and our U.S. subsidiary is located in duluth, Georgia.
We are seeking ambitious candidates interested in developing their careers in Logistics within the dynamic chemical industry. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional and growth-focused environment.
[Job Position]
Logistics Manager (On-site)
[Responsibilities]
Overall management of logistics operations
1) Logistics Cost Management
- Negotiate logistics and transportation costs
- Perform monthly logistics cost closing and analysis
- Manage and evaluate logistics service providers
2) Liquid Bulk Operations
- Oversee liquid bulk inventory, including quality control and COA
(Certificate of Analysis) management
- Manage inbound and outbound bulk operations
- Coordinate bulk ocean transportation
3) Rail Car & ISO Tank Operations
- Manage liquid rail car and ISO tank operations
- Oversee equipment utilization, availability, and maintenance
4) Customs & Tariff Management
- Manage product-specific anti-dumping regulations
- Monitor and manage reciprocal tariff costs
5) Inventory Management
- Manage inventory across multiple warehouses
- Conduct regular inventory audits and physical counts
6) Transportation & Dispatch Management
- Coordinate bulk and palletized (PLT) freight transportation
- Manage carrier scheduling and shipment execution
7) Logistics Cost Optimization
- Lead and execute logistics cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives
8) Cross-functional Communication
- Coordinate and communicate with the headquarter in South Korea
[Qualifications]
- Fluent in English (spoken and written) (Required)
- Experience using SAP systems in logistics (Required)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Required)
- Proficiency in Korean (Preferred)
- Hands-on experience with liquid bulk logistics (ISO Tanks, Rail Cars) (Preferred)