Joan Aridge

International Logistics Supervisor

1990 to Present

Export Traffic Coordinator
Domestic Traffic Coordinator
Export Customer Service Representative

* Manages the following: Volume: $1 mill annual freight spend
Multiple modes: Air, LCL & FCL
Multi facility logistics operation
* Leads assessment and selection of International Service Providers
* Ensures service offerings are aligned with supply chain strategies
* Establishes KPI's and reviews performance with 3PL providers
* Maintains relationship with internal and external customers
* Provide rate guidance
* Monitor and communicate all compliance/regulation initiatives that impact each international shipment and implement process system changes where needed
* Maintain and communicate international transportation reporting with supply chain leadership
* Maintain HTS classifications and applicable duty for multiple brands
* Perform various logistical analysis, rate/contract administration, audit and payment of carrier import and export invoices
* Manage and monitor the daily shipment activity handled by 3PL providers
* Conduct periodic departmental training and auditing of import/export compliance with various international departments
* Research market and industry trends, analyze business processes to identify opportunities across the entire supply chain and make recommendations on logistics planning