Manager, Global Logistics

Manager, Global Logistics SAExploration Houston, TX Job Details Full-time From $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Cost management Air freight Parcel delivery logistics Less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation Ocean freight Cross-border logistics planning Warehouse management system Purchase order management 3PL Freight forwarding logistics Team development Attention to detail Supply chain analytics Mentoring Procurement contract negotiation Strategic sourcing Truckload (TL) logistics Analytical thinking Full Job Description About the role SAExploration is looking for an experienced and driven Manager of Global Logistics to lead and optimize our worldwide transportation, distribution, and supply chain operations. In this role, you will oversee global freight forwarding, customs compliance, warehousing, and logistics service providers — ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant movement of equipment and materials that power our seismic and geophysical projects worldwide. You will collaborate with operations, procurement, and project management teams across international locations to drive performance, reduce costs, and deliver operational excellence in the field. Key Responsibilities (Responsibilities are representative but not all-inclusive) Strategy & compliance Develop and implement global logistics strategies ensuring efficient, compliant movement of equipment and materials worldwide. Lead all international and domestic transportation — freight forwarding, shipping, customs clearance, and import/export compliance. Adhere to and champion the Code of Conduct, Business Ethics Policy, FCPA Policy, and all company policies. Daily operations & vendor management Manage daily shipment planning, tracking, and delivery to meet project timelines; coordinate closely with procurement and project management. Negotiate and manage contracts with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs; conduct regular vendor performance reviews against SLAs and KPIs. Approve invoices, validate freight charges, and analyze cost variances against budget. Oversee global warehousing, distribution, inventory management, packaging, and documentation. Equipment & asset management Manage the global equipment pool — track asset locations, utilization, and financial impact; minimize idle time and unnecessary rental costs. Ensure safe, compliant movement, storage, and tracking of seismic equipment, vehicles, marine equipment, and other mission-critical assets. Proactively engage with operations teams to anticipate equipment needs and align logistics planning with operational schedules. Project & field logistics Lead logistics planning and execution for project mobilization, demobilization, redeployment, and closeout across land, marine, and remote operations. Coordinate support for remote camps, staging areas, fuel supply, accommodation movements, and critical spares. Support country start-up planning — customs pathways, local-content requirements, in-country agents, bonded warehouses, and approved transport providers. Risk, reporting & visibility Maintain logistics risk registers and contingency plans covering critical shipments, remote constraints, weather delays, customs holds, and port congestion. Own logistics reporting, shipment visibility, inventory accuracy, and KPI dashboards using ERP, TMS, WMS, and project control systems. People leadership Lead, mentor, and develop logistics coordinators and personnel, fostering a high-performance team culture with strong operational discipline. What you bring 8-12 years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management. Prior background in project logistics, energy, geophysical, or industrial sectors is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of global supply chain principles, freight forwarding, and international shipping documentation. In-depth knowledge of customs regulations, dangerous goods transport requirements, and HS code classification. Experience negotiating and managing contracts with carriers, 3PLs, and freight forwarders. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret logistics data, KPIs, and cost performance metrics. Proven ability to manage complex, multi-country logistics operations in remote or challenging environments. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills — able to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, clients, and global partners. Proficiency with ERP, TMS, WMS, or freight-forwarder portals; strong data and reporting capabilities. Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of professional development and experience. SAExploration is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Full-time Pay:

From $85,000.00 per year

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401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Tell us about a time you led logistics planning for a large-scale project mobilization or demobilization in a remote or operationally challenging environment. What was your approach and what was the outcome? How have you used ERP, TMS, or WMS platforms to improve shipment visibility, inventory accuracy, or logistics reporting? Give a specific example of how data helped you make a better operational decision. Briefly describe your experience managing international freight and customs compliance across multiple countries. Which regions have you worked in, and what were the most complex challenges you navigated? Ability to

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Houston, TX 77072 (Required)

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