Senior Manager, Global Transportation Operations
Thrasio
We are Thrasio - Builders Welcome!
At Thrasio, we build brands, using a deep understanding of rankings, ratings, and reviews – plus supply chain and marketing smarts – to transform the art and science of commerce. Thrasio products can be found in over 80 million households, with an estimated 1 in 2 US homes having purchased a Thrasio product over the last three years. And our goal is for all of those households to be truly delighted by their purchase.
What Makes Us Unique
At Thrasio, we’re in building mode: block by block we’re working together to construct a great company. What does that look like? Everyone is a leader - we lean into opportunities, not titles. We expect everyone to behave and act like a leader. Our Leadership Principles inform the ways we work together to ensure the brands, products and services we offer truly delight our customers. Everyone is a builder - whether it’s gaining marketable new skills through project sprints outside of your own function, or standing up more efficient ways of work - we’re doing it from the ground up. Everyone belongs- a sense of belonging brings us all together. We operate as One Team.
The Role
The Senior Manager, Global Transportation Operations oversees the end-to-end purchase order (PO) lifecycle from issuance to final shipment across international supply chains. This role ensures accurate data execution within PO management tools, coordinates with internal stakeholders and vendors, and drives efficiency in global freight operations using strategic simulation tools and data-driven decision-making. The position will be based in the Shenzhen office.
Responsibilities:
-
PO Monitoring & Shipping Plan:
Run and review PO monitoring and exception reports every two days.
Coordinate with brand owners & sourcing manager to address unshipped PO lines with ready dates in the past.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entry in the PO Execution Tool (P.E.T.).
-
Simulation & Carrier Allocation Decision Making:
Run cost-benefit simulations using multiple freight partners for FCL/LCL shipments. Coordinate with the procurement team for non-AGL shipments.
Analyze inventory levels, seller account status, and sales forecasts to determine routing decisions.
Upload allocated freight provider decisions and FBAID templates into the internal tools.
Ensure proper carrier assignments and documentation are reflected in the internal tools.
-
Shipment Processing & Coordination:
Review shipment statuses including PO split needs, final destination needed and what freight provider is most suitable to be used.
Creation of shipment plan in Amazon or retailer portal including the label management for suppliers to prepare the shipment.
Communicate with stakeholders such as sourcing team, suppliers to resolve PO discrepancies.
-
Data Management & Communication:
Maintain and update shared tools and drives including the Amazon FBAID simulation tracker.
Escalate issues internally and collaborate cross-functionally.
-
People Management:
Clear Communicator: setting expectations, deadlines and priorities with clarity.
Empowering the team: building trust and supporting the team to grow with autonomy.
Consistently provides constructive feedback developing each member and providing stretch opportunities.
Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management.
Strong understanding of PO lifecycle, Amazon FBA/AWD logistics, and international shipping practices.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL).
Excellent English communication and stakeholder management abilities.
-
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
Familiarity with simulation modeling or cost analysis in logistics.
Understanding of Amazon Global Logistics and FFW freight forwarding models.
Master's degree in a related field or equivalent experience (10+ years of experience in the shipping and logistics industry).
Experience with international logistics and customs regulations.
Proficiency in additional data analysis tools.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.
What We Offer:
The chance to be part of a next-gen consumer goods company that is changing the industry.
A collaborative work environment as part of a dedicated brand team empowered to grow selection, sales, and profitability.
The opportunity to build together with a talented, diverse and passionate team.
We promote a "none punch in or out" work environment that allows employees to manage their schedules effectively, and maintain a healthy balance.
Competitive salary and benefits package, tremendous on the job learning opportunities.
The freedom to "Be Bold", have a voice within the company and take on opportunities with less red tape.
Our Commitments:
Thrasio values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law. We strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage applicants who meet the minimum criteria to apply, as we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and challenging assumptions.
Diversity:
At Thrasio, we are committed to building a great company - a place I want to work at, a place I can build, a place I can belong. Our goal is to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment that fuels success and growth in the workplace and beyond. We are also committed to recruiting and hiring a diverse team at all levels through fair and unbiased recruitment and hiring practices. Providing diversity-related demographic information during the application process helps us measure our progress towards these goals.