Logistics Manager, International

Role Summary

Topps Trading Cards, a division of Fanatics Collectibles, is seeking an experienced International Logistics Manager to lead and optimize the company’s international outbound logistics operations. This role will be responsible for managing export air freight across global markets, coordinating closely with international third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and ensuring seamless movement of goods to meet customer delivery expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Export Operations

• Lead and manage all import and export activities (across airfreight and ocean), with a strong emphasis on high-value and time-sensitive trading card shipments.
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and documentation.
• Work with warehouse and production teams to coordinate timely delivery of goods, appropriate packaging, and on-time hand-over to carriers
• Monitor and analyze freight spend, transit times, and service reliability to ensure optimal performance.
• Work with our international operations teams to coordinate delivery and fulfillment of exported products

Global Logistics Strategy & Execution

• Develop logistics strategies that align with the company’s global expansion plans and seasonal demand spikes.
• Partner with Sales, Demand Planning, Customer Experience, and Product teams to forecast logistics needs and execute against timelines.
• Identify and implement process improvements that reduce cost, improve service, and increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of import/export compliance requirements (e.g., Incoterms, HS codes, export licensing).

3PL Relationship Management

• Develop strong, collaborative partnerships with international third-party logistics providers to ensure seamless global distribution, order fulfillment, and warehousing operations.
• Align closely with 3PL partners to co-develop logistics strategies, resolve service challenges, and implement best practices tailored to regional needs and compliance requirements.
• Act as a key conduit between Topps and its global logistics network, fostering open communication and driving continuous improvement through joint performance reviews and innovation initiatives.
• Support integration efforts with new 3PLs in emerging markets, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in international logistics, with a strong emphasis on air & ocean freight export management.
• Proven success managing relationships with international 3PLs and freight forwarders.
• Deep knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs clearance, and documentation.
• Proficiency in logistics platforms (e.g., Extensiv, SAP, Oracle, CargoWise, or similar).

Preferred:

• Experience in consumer goods or collectibles industry.
• Working knowledge of EDI/API integrations with logistics partners.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Global mindset and cultural sensitivity.

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Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. 

Fanatics Collectibles is a new model and vision for the hobby, fundamentally changing the experience for current and future collectors, leagues, and players across many U.S. and international professional and college sports. The organization has long-term, exclusive rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards for several sports and entertainment properties, including MLB, MLBPA, the Premier League, MLS, UFC, Formula 1 as well as Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, among others. In January 2022, Fanatics Collectibles announced the acquisition of Topps, establishing the preeminent licensed trading card brand as the cornerstone of Fanatics’ trading cards and collectibles business, and jumpstarted its MLB and MLBPA rights to design, manufacture and distribute trading cards