Global Export Manager

Global Export Manager Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky. We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our team members by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions up to 8%), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture. Indiana Packers Corporation is in Delphi, Indiana, just 15 minutes away from the greater Lafayette/West Lafayette area, home of Purdue University. Summary We are launching a new Export Manager role to own and optimize our end-to-end export operations. This leader will ensure timely, compliant international shipments; own export documentation; manage country-specific regulatory requirements; and lead a team of Export Clerks to successfully complete all export and regulatory requirements for customers. The ideal candidate combines hands-on export expertise with strong leadership, communication, and technology skills. Based in Delphi, Indiana within the Shipping and Distribution department; reports directly to the Director of Warehousing and Distribution and indirectly to the Superintendents of Distribution Operations. Opportunity to build and shape a new function during a warehouse expansion launch and lead a dedicated team to drive measurable impact on global operations. Responsibilities - Lead daily shipping export operations to meet service levels, on-time departure, and accuracy targets and KPIs. - Plan and schedule exports in coordination with warehousing, customer requirements, credits, distribution, carriers, rails, ocean liners, and freight forwarders. - Oversee preparation, review, and maintenance of all export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, shipper's letters of instruction, export declarations, licenses, etc.); maintain the export library and flowchart. - Ensure compliance with country-specific regulations, Incoterms, export control requirements, sanctions/embargoes, denied party screening, and customs rules. - Monitor changes in international trade laws and implement process updates and training accordingly. - Manage relationships with carriers, customs brokers, and logistics partners; resolve exceptions and escalations. - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Export Coordinators; allocate workload, set priorities, and manage performance. - Track KPIs (on-time performance, documentation accuracy, cycle time, cost-to-serve) and drive continuous improvement. - Maintain accurate systems data and records; prepare operational and compliance reports for - Partner with Commercial Team and Distribution Operations to align capacity, staffing, and shipment priorities. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in supply chain, International Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred - 5+ years of hands-on export/logistics experience, including documentation a d country-specific compliance - Proven experience supervising or managing a small team in a fast-paced operations environment - Knowledge of export regulations and best practices-including Incoterms, HTS classification basics, AES filing, EAR/ITAR, sanctions/embargoes, and denied-party screening-and trade compliance programs - Experience working with freight forwarders, ocean/air carriers, and customs brokers - Strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word, and experience with TMS/WMS and ERP systems - Excellent written communication skills; able to draft, review, and correct export documents with high accuracy - Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines - Collaborative problem solver with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and vendors - Professional certifications (e.g., CUSECO, NCBFAA, or equivalent) Other Duties: Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. []{style="font-size: 12pt "}